The European Commission's indicative agenda for 22 July to 30 September 2026, published on 16 July 2026, outlines a series of major policy proposals to be adopted in the coming months, covering social rights, affordable housing, public procurement, innovation, labour mobility, supply chain dependencies, border management, and product regulation. The agenda, issued under reference SEC(2026)2575, is subject to Better Regulation principles and possible changes by the President.
On 22 July, Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights, Roxana Mînzatu, is scheduled to present an action plan for the European Pillar of Social Rights. This follows the Commission's ongoing commitment to strengthen social Europe, building on the Pillar's proclamation in 2017 and subsequent initiatives. The plan is expected to outline concrete measures to implement the Pillar's principles, including fair working conditions and social protection.
On 9 September, a College seminar will precede the adoption of several key proposals. Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Teresa Ribera, will present the Affordable Housing Act, aimed at addressing housing affordability across the EU. The same day, Executive Vice-Presidents Stéphane Séjourné and Raffaele Fitto will introduce the Public Procurement Act, the European Innovation Act, and a package for the EU's outermost regions. These initiatives aim to modernise procurement rules, boost innovation, and address the specific needs of remote regions.
On 15 September, Commissioner Mînzatu will present a fair labour mobility package, including a European Social Security Pass, measures to strengthen the European Labour Authority, and a skills portability initiative. This package seeks to facilitate cross-border labour mobility while ensuring fair competition and protecting workers' rights.
On 23 September, Executive Vice-President Séjourné will propose measures to address supply chain dependencies, specifically on aluminium scrap. This initiative aligns with the EU's broader strategy to reduce strategic dependencies and enhance circular economy efforts.
On 30 September, President Ursula von der Leyen will present pre-enlargement policy reviews, assessing the EU's readiness for future enlargements. Commissioner for Home Affairs and Migration, Henna Virkkunen, will propose strengthening Frontex and establishing a European critical communication system. Executive Vice-President Séjourné will also present the European Product Act, updating product rules and standardisation regulation to enhance the single market.
The agenda signals a busy legislative period ahead, with implications for EU producers, consumers, national authorities, and social partners. The social and labour mobility proposals could impose new compliance requirements on businesses while enhancing worker protections. The housing and innovation acts may stimulate investment but also raise regulatory costs. The border and product regulation initiatives aim to strengthen security and market efficiency but could face scrutiny over costs and implementation timelines. The proposals will now proceed through the EU legislative process, requiring approval from the European Parliament and the Council.