Proposal for a critical medicines act: Addressing shortages, building a more resilient supply chain

At a Glance 12-01-2026

During the January plenary session, the European Parliament is expected to vote on the report adopted by its Committee on Public Health (SANT) on the European Commission's proposal for a critical medicines act, which aims to tackle persistent shortages of medicines, reduce dependencies relating to critical medicines and ingredients, and ensure the supply of affordable medicines across the EU.