Overview

• The French National Assembly has suspended its sessions until April 28, 2025, following weeks of procedural disorder and erratic debates.
• The controversial 'simplification' bill, which aims to streamline administrative processes, has been heavily amended, sparking significant political tensions.
• Over 1,000 amendments remain pending on the bill, with contentious issues such as the removal of low-emission zones and committee eliminations still unresolved.
• Political actors have raised concerns about the chaos, with some warning of potential censure motions tied to upcoming energy policy debates.
• Reforms like the reinstatement of mandatory electronic invoicing deadlines have been adopted to reduce bureaucracy and curb tax fraud.