Overview

• The European Parliament approved an expedited process to vote on delaying the EU supply chain law to 2028, bypassing committee discussions.
• A final vote on the proposed delay and amendments, including limiting the law’s scope to direct suppliers, is scheduled for April 3, 2025.
• The EU Commission's proposal follows lobbying from business groups, citing concerns over bureaucratic burdens and compliance costs.
• Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and some political factions, such as the SPD delegation, oppose the changes, warning they dilute the law’s original goals.
• The EU Commission is also seeking a two-year delay for a related corporate sustainability reporting law, further reflecting economic pressures on regulatory timelines.