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New rules for importing cultural goods and criminal penalties

The act introduces new regulations for importing cultural goods from non-EU countries. The Minister of Culture will issue import permits, with penalties including fines, restriction of liberty, or up to 2 years in prison for illegal import. False information in documents may result in up to 3 years imprisonment.
Key points
Mandatory permit from the Minister of Culture required for importing cultural goods from non-EU countries.
Penalties for illegal import: fine, restriction of liberty, or imprisonment up to 2 years.
Up to 3 years imprisonment for providing false information in import applications.
Court may confiscate illegally imported cultural goods even if not owned by the offender.
New regulations also apply to cultural goods displayed at commercial art fairs.
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2026-02-13
For 249
Against 20
Abstain 165
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Additional Information
Rządowy projekt ustawy o zmianie ustawy o ochronie zabytków i opiece nad zabytkami oraz ustawy o Krajowej Administracji Skarbowej.
Print number: PROJEKT USTAWY 2160
Process start date: 2026-01-20
Voting date: 2026-02-13
Voting no: 30
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about New rules for importing cultural goods and criminal penalties

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is PROJEKT USTAWY 2160.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-01-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory permit from the Minister of Culture required for importing cultural goods from non-EU countries.
  • Penalties for illegal import: fine, restriction of liberty, or imprisonment up to 2 years.
  • Up to 3 years imprisonment for providing false information in import applications.
  • Court may confiscate illegally imported cultural goods even if not owned by the offender.
  • New regulations also apply to cultural goods displayed at commercial art fairs.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Uchwalono

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-09-22.

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