Background & Purpose

Each year, the Swedish government reports on the activities and costs of state committees. Opposition parties submitted several proposals regarding the legislative process, leading to political disagreement.

The Decision

The Swedish parliament approved the government's report without making any law changes and said no to the opposition proposals.

Does this affect you?

  • Government officials: Receive formal closure from the Swedish parliament regarding their annual reporting of state committees.
  • Taxpayers: Gain public transparency on how nearly 600 million SEK was spent on state committees during 2024.

In Practice

  • State committees cost nearly 600 million SEK during 2024.
  • A total of 65 new committees were established during the year.
  • A total of 84 committees completed their work and were shut down.
  • No new laws or regulations were introduced as a result of this decision.