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BOE-A-2026-2624 ·5 February 2026 ·Royal Decree Medium impact
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Amendment to Law 40/2015 to establish a National Commission for the bicentenary of Francisco de Goya's death

Royal Decree 71/2026 amends Article 1.1 of Law 40/2015 to incorporate the creation of a National Commission dedicated to commemorating the bicentenary of the death of Francisco de Goya. This measure stems from existing regulations regarding advisory committees and commemorations and falls within the scope of State Administration organisation. The amendment aims to establish a specific body for the planning and execution of commemorative activities.

In 2 key points

  1. A National Commission is created to commemorate the bicentenary of Goya's death (art. 22 de la Ley 40/2015)
  2. The amendment is made to Article 1.1 of Law 40/2015 via Royal Decree 71/2026 (art. 1.1 de la Ley 40/2015)

How it affects those involved

Cultural administrations and public bodies managing commemorations may benefit from a specialised structure for event planning. Those responsible for organising cultural activities will have a new consultative and coordinating body. Cultural advisors must update their procedures to include the new commission in their action plans.

Lifecycle

2026-02-05PublishedPublished in the BOE
2026-02-06Into forceComes into force (fecha_vigencia (indice oficial del BOE))
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