Activities of Sergey LAGODINSKY related to 2020/2026(INL)
Plenary speeches (2)
A statute for European cross-border associations and non-profit organisations (debate)
A statute for European cross-border associations and non-profit organisations (debate)
Reports (1)
REPORT with recommendations to the Commission on a statute for European cross-border associations and non-profit organisations
Shadow opinions (1)
OPINION with recommendations to the Commission on a statute for European cross-border associations and non-profit organisations
Legal basis opinions (0)
Amendments (67)
Amendment 1 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 2 a (new)
Citation 2 a (new)
— having regard to Article 11 of the Treaty on the European Union,
Amendment 5 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas associations and NPOs are fundamental to representing the interests of citizens and civil society, and often make use of, and promote the freedom of expression, in particular in relation to promoting the public interest;
Amendment 13 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas European democracy depends on civil society being able to function freely and across borders, as recognised also in article 11 TEU supporting an open, transparent and structured dialogue with civil society and representative associations;
Amendment 21 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital K
Recital K
K. whereas associations and NPOs play a key role in supporting individuals to actively participate in the democratic and social life;
Amendment 25 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital L
Recital L
L. whereas cross-border associations and NPOs in particular contribute greatly to the achievement of the Union’s objectives and develop many and various activities of general interest with a transnational relevance which benefit the general interest in fields such as the protection and promotion of fundamental rights and values, environmental protection, education, culture, social work or development aid;
Amendment 33 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital N
Recital N
N. whereas the terms “association” and “NPO” should, for the purpose of this report, be understood to reflect the multitude of forms of non-profit organisations in the Union, and encompass not only associations, NPOs, but also philanthropical organisations such as foundations, and other, similar organisations;
Amendment 42 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses that even though the freedom of movement and establishment is embedded in the Treaties, the fundamental right of association is still not fully supported under various jurisdictions of the Member States because of the lack of appropriate organisational forms and lack of equal treatment of existing forms throughout the Union, hindering cross- national projects and mobility of civil society, and causing legal uncertainty;
Amendment 42 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses that, in light of the growing number of threats which transcend national boundaries such as the climate emergency, environmental damages, pandemics or the misuse of digital technologies, but also with regards to the many successful cross- border projects, the potential of cross- border NPO activities should be unlocked; emphasises that cross-border activities should both mean activities or cooperation carried out in more than one Member State and activities furthering the Union’s objectives or contributing to the promotion and safeguarding of its values;
Amendment 44 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Regrets the lack of an instrument to further facilitate the freedom of movement ofor associations and NPOs, regardless of where in the Union they have been established, or their members reside, in particular by removing legal and administrative hurdles;
Amendment 46 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Stresses that due to the lack of harmonisation, NPOs that operate across Europe often face fees, formalities, and administrative and other hurdles, in particular when they rely on cross-border financing, and when relocating to a different Member State; Underlines that these hurdles also lead to a multiplication of workload when needing to follow multiple different administrative procedures in more than one Member State;
Amendment 50 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Considers that NPOs cannot thrive at Union level if the space in which they operate is being restricted in any number of Member States; emphasizes that public interest advocacy and political activism should be recognised as in the public interest, as long as it is not systematically and directly aimed to benefit the structures of a specific political party; considers therefore that the setting of common minimum standards will also help to provide a minimum level of protection throughout the Union and to spread best practices;
Amendment 51 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Stresses that the lack of harmonisation also leads to an uneven playing field due to the different market conditions and other obstacles that NPOs face in different Member States, for example when opening bank accounts, or hiring staff; raising and accounting for foreign funds, or hiring staff, in particular when hiring cross-border which should be facilitated in line with the principle of free movement of workers;
Amendment 54 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Points out that associations and NPOs contribute to innovation, research, economic development, and job creation, in particular, but not limited to, the social, entrepreneurial, technology, and cultural sectors;
Amendment 55 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Recognises the contributions of associations and NPOs to strategic goals of the Union, such as combating the climate emergency, tackling the digital transformation, and recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic; Underlines that achieving these goals will be impossible without the contribution of civil society promoting these issues throughout Europe, in particular with regards to the implementation of necessary policy on the local, national, and European level, while respecting the interests and rights of those affected;
Amendment 56 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Asks the Commission to create reliable and frequently updated statistical resources, to be included in Eurostat; based on established methodology ensuring transparency and comparability, and to allow for these data to be included in Eurostat; regrets that data are scarcely available or outdated, while the 2017 study commissioned by the EESC, “Recent evolutions of the social economy in the European Union”, states that out of a total of “13.6 million paid employments in cooperatives, mutual societies, associations, foundations and similar entities in the European Union (2014-15)”, 9 million stemmed from employments in associations and foundations1a, making them the number one in employment in the sector before “cooperatives and similar”, and mutual societies, thus highlighting the importance of the availability of more data with a wider aim than at the social economy; __________________ 1a Recent Evolutions of Social Economy, table 7.1, page 68, https://www.eesc.europa.eu/en/our- work/publications-other- work/publications/recent-evolutions- social-economy-study
Amendment 57 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Urges the Commission to develop a dedicated, comprehensive strategy to strengthen civil society in Europe, including by introducing measures to facilitate the operations of associations and non-profit organisations on all levels; Suggests that where relevant, the Commission should complement the legislative acts called for in this report with guidelines to assist Member States in their implementation;
Amendment 59 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Regrets that despite the importance of associations and non-profit organisations for society, the Commission and the Member States have not brought forward legislation to harmonise their situation of associations and NPOs throughout the EUthroughout the EU, and to promote the freedom of association for civil society, nor established a statute for a European association despite several attempts, and numerous calls by civil society, and the Parliament;
Amendment 62 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8 a. Maintains that Member States should not introduce or apply criminal law provisions restricting or otherwise adversely affecting the registration, operations, financing and cross-border movements of NPOs; is concerned in that respect by the interpretation of EU provisions in the field of migration in some Member States which lead to criminalisation of NPOs’ activities in the field of search and rescue and assisting asylum seekers;
Amendment 63 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 b (new)
Paragraph 8 b (new)
8 b. Recognises the importance of compliance with national rules in the field of taxation and fight against money laundering; reminds nevertheless that such rules and transparency of funding in general cannot be abused to obstruct activities of NGOs and create a chilling effect affecting their members and donors;
Amendment 64 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 c (new)
Paragraph 8 c (new)
8 c. Highlights that arbitrary and politically motivated discrimination based on the objectives and activities of organisations, as well as based on the sources of funding hinders the freedom of association and therefore is a threat to the freedom of expression; notes in this respect that creation and registration of NPOs at Union and national level must not be hindered by such discrimination;
Amendment 65 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 d (new)
Paragraph 8 d (new)
Amendment 66 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 e (new)
Paragraph 8 e (new)
8 e. Asks the Commission to provide adequate and enabling funding for NPOs at Union level, and to facilitate NPOs’ access to such funding; calls in this respect for unlocking the full potential of the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programme and other sources of EU funding; underlines that funding should be made available at all levels, from local to Union level; notes that often funds available for NPOs require co- financing, which in turn mans that the beneficiary needs to raise a share of the required funds from other sources which can be detrimental to the organisation; therefore believes that the share of required co-financing should be limited and that different means need to be taken into account which could be monetarised such as volunteer time or contributions in kind;
Amendment 68 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Considers that, due to their particular character, the proposed legal instruments are to refrain from regulating political parties; furthermore, recalls that the Union respects the status of churches, religious organisations or communities, as well as philosophical or non-confessional organisations under national law; underlines that this does not preclude organisations that only draw from a religious, philosophical or non- confessional inspiration such as faith-based charitable NPOs, from benefitting from the scope of these proposals; points out that trade unions and other associations with a trade union aim in several Member States are given a special beneficial status and should therefore be given a choice to make use of the provisions under the proposed instruments;
Amendment 70 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Is alarmed by the increasing hindrances faced by associations and NPOs across the Union deriving from national laws, regulations or administrative practices or policies, which negatively affect civil society and unduly restrict the fundamental rights of citizens, especially that of freedom of association, of expression, and of information;
Amendment 75 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Takes well into account the possibilities digitalisation and the internet provide to facilitate the exercise of the right to freedom of association, for example making registration and forming of associations and non-profit organisations easier and readily available online ;
Amendment 77 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Emphasizes that NPOs are instrumental for democracy and policy making at all levels; welcomes civil society engagement in public interest advocacy, political activism, and active social life; condemns attempts to depoliticise NPOs, such as by refusing or challenging their status as public benefit organisation based on perceived or real political activity, where their activities are not meant to benefit, or substitute party politics of one particular party;
Amendment 83 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Maintains that regulation will only benefit European civil society if NPOs can make use of adequate and easily accessible funding both at national and at European level; points out that public financing of NPOs, is important since they have less access to income from profit-making activities; points out that the own funds requirement should be limited and non- monetary contributions of NPOs counted as such.; Notes that often funds available for non-profit organisations require co- financing, which means that often EU funds available for non-profit organisations require co-financing, which in turn means that the beneficiary needs to raise a share of the required funds from other sources; Points out that requiring too high a share of own resources would be detrimental to the organisation, which may not be able to raise this, leading to some organisations being excluded; Therefore believes that the share of co-financing should be limited and that different means need to be taken into account which could be monetarised such as volunteer time or contributions in kind;
Amendment 88 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 a (new)
Paragraph 16 a (new)
16a. Considers that the introduction of a status for European Associations will provide an opportunity for national and local organisations to engage more closely on European matters, engage in mutual learning and exchanges across borders, and support them in accessing EU level funding; Calls on the Commission and Member States to make adequate funds available, increase the accessibility and further simplify the procedures to facilitate access to funds for civil society actors, including small and local organisations;
Amendment 89 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 a (new)
Paragraph 16 a (new)
16a. Considers furthermore that the legislation proposed needs to be complemented by measures to support a structured dialogue with civil society organisations, in line with article 11 TEU.
Amendment 91 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 b (new)
Paragraph 16 b (new)
16b. Highlights that arbitrary and politically motivated discrimination based on the objectives and activities of organisations, as well as based on the sources of funding hinders the freedom of association and therefore is a threat to the freedom of expression;
Amendment 100 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18 a (new)
Paragraph 18 a (new)
18a. Urges the Commission to develop a dedicated, comprehensive strategy to strengthen civil society in Europe, including by introducing measures to facilitate the operations of associations and non-profit organisations on all levels;
Amendment 102 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Requests the Commission to submit, on the basis of Article 114 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, a proposal for a Directive on common measures for NPOinimum standards for non- profit organisations in the EUnion, creating a level playing field for associations and NPOs by establishing minimum standards, enabling civil society to benefit from freedoms, fundamental rights, as well as to contribute to strengthening European democracy, following the recommendations set out in this motion, and Annex Part II hereto;
Amendment 104 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Requests the Commission to submit on the basis of Article 352 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, a Regulation establishing a statute for a European Association, following the recommendations set out in this motion, and Annex IPart I hereto;
Amendment 113 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – recital 5
Annex – Part I – recital 5
(5) Associations play a key role in helping and encouraging individuals to actively participate in the democratic and social life of the Union.
Amendment 122 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – recital 12
Annex – Part I – recital 12
(12) It is therefore necessary to establish at Union level appropriate and rules which will permit the creation of European associations with an own legal personality.
Amendment 124 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – recital 12 a (new)
Annex – Part I – recital 12 a (new)
(12a) For the definition of “non-profit” in this Regulation the direct beneficiaries of organisations aiming at providing care services for individuals with specific social needs or health conditions, shall not be considered to be private parties.
Amendment 131 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 2 – point 2
Annex – Part I – Article 2 – point 2
2. ‘independent’ means free from any undue State interference and not part of a government or administrative structure. In this respect, neither receiving governmental funding nor participating in a consultative body to the government shall not preclude an association from being deemed independent, as long as the autonomy of the association’s functioning and decision making is not affected by such funding;
Amendment 157 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point f
Annex – Part I Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point f
(f) take binding decisions as provided for by Articles 10, 11, 19, 24 and 257 of this Regulation;
Amendment 190 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 9 – paragraph 2
Annex – Part I – Article 9 – paragraph 2
2. In the event of formation of a European Association by conversion pursuant to paragraph 2(a) of Article 106, members shall decide whether the European Association’s registered office is to remain in the Member State where the original entity was registered, or rather is to be moved to another Member State.
Amendment 191 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 9 – paragraph 3
Annex – Part I – Article 9 – paragraph 3
3. In the event of formation of a European Association by merger pursuant to paragraph 2(b) of Article 106, the members shall decide in which of the Member States in which the merging entities are registered the registered office of the European Association is to be located.
Amendment 200 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 10 – paragraph 2
Annex – Part I – Article 10 – paragraph 2
2. Registration shall occur via a standardised registration procedure to be developed and set up by the European Associations Authority. The registration procedure shall be electronic and, accessible as well as free of charge and shall allow applicants to use the official language or one of the official languages of the Member State where the European Association has its registered office. The European Associations Authority and national supervisory authorities shall make it possible to register by non-digital means for the citizens who wish to do so.
Amendment 236 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 12 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Annex – Part I – Article 12 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. [As from the date of entry into force of this regulation,] only European Associations formed and registered pursuant to this Regulation may include the denomination “European Association” in their name upon acquisition of legal personality.
Amendment 248 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 15 – paragraph 5
Annex – Part I – Article 15 – paragraph 5
5. The meetings of the General Assembly may be held onlinein presence, online, or as a combination of both, without that affecting their validity, or the validity of the decisions adopted.
Amendment 259 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point a – introductory part
Annex – Part I – Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point a – introductory part
(a) the organisation’s purpose and actual activities pursue a public benefit objective which serves the welfare of society or of part of it, and is thus beneficial for the public good, including charitable, purposes, public interest advocacy, or political activism, except where this is systematically and directly aimed to benefit the structures of a specific political party. The following purposes shall be considered as oriented towards public benefit. although the list shall not be considered as exclusive:
Amendment 261 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point a – subpoint c
Annex – Part I – Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point a – subpoint c
(c) the promotion and protection of fundamental rights and Union values, including democracy, the rule of law, the elimination of any discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation or any other grounds;
Amendment 278 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 23 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Annex – Part I – Article 23 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
The information on annual accounts referred to in the first subparagraph shall accompany the annual report on the activities and foreseeable prospects of the European Association’s affairs that the Board shall transmit to the national supervisory authority and the European Associations Authority pursuant to Article 14(7) of this Regulation.
Amendment 287 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 23 – paragraph 5
Annex – Part I – Article 23 – paragraph 5
5. European Associations shall not be required to disclose information on their members, in particular with regards to the objectives and activities of the association. Disclosing information on members shall not be required unless necessary for the purpose of a criminal investigation concerning criminal offences punishable by a custodial sentence of a maximum of at least onthree years.
Amendment 300 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 24 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Annex – Part I – Article 24 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. The supervisory authority shall communicate on an annual basis to the European Associations Authority a list of cases where criminal investigations were launched against European Associations, including where the disclosure of the list of members was requested pursuant to Article 23 paragraph 5.
Amendment 312 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part I – Article 27 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Annex – Part I – Article 27 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. A European Association mashall only be dissolved by binding decision of the European Associations Authority, taken on its own initiative or at the request of the supervisory authority of the Member State in which the European Association has its registered office, if:
Amendment 323 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – title
Annex – Part II – title
Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION on common minimum standards for non-profit organisations in the EUnion (Minimum standards Directive)
Amendment 327 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – recital 3
Annex – Part II – recital 3
(3) Non-profit organizations make a key contribution to the achievement of goals that are in the public interest and to achieve the Union’s objectives, including by promoting active participation in the economic and, democratic, and social life of our societies.
Amendment 333 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – recital 11
Annex – Part II – recital 11
(11) It is necessary at Union level to build on existing standards and guidance to establish minimum standards for non-profit organisations, aimed at ensuring a level playing field and a uniform level of protection and a level playing field for all non-profit organisations established in the Union, in order to secure an enabling environment in which these organisations can contribute without hindrances to the functioning of the internal market.
Amendment 335 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – recital 15 a (new)
Annex – Part II – recital 15 a (new)
(15a) When determining the non-profit character of an organisation following article 2 of this Directive, the direct beneficiaries of organisations aiming at providing care services for individuals with specific social needs or health conditions, shall not be considered to be private parties.
Amendment 338 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – recital 17
Annex – Part II – recital 17
(17) Trade unions, organisations that are associations of trade unions, and foundations, associations or other non- profit bodies with a trade union aim should be excluded from the application. This exclusion should not in anyway be used by Member States to justify a limitation of Trade Union prerogatives and rights recognised in national, EU, European or international law or human rights instruments;
Amendment 349 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – recital 30
Annex – Part II – recital 30
(30) Non-profit organisations should be consulted in a meaningful way about the introduction, review and implementation of any legislation, policies and practices that affect their operations. A regular and transparent dialogue should be established at all governmental levels. Member States should consult in a timely, transparent and meaningful manner non- profit organisations already established, registered or operating in their territories on the transposition and implementation of the Directive’s provisions.
Amendment 354 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point a
Annex – Part II – Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) pursue a primary aim which is not that of generating a profit, meaning that if any profits are earned from the organisation’s activities, theyprofits cannot be distributed as such among its members, founders or any other private parties, but shall be invested for the pursuit of its objectives;
Amendment 357 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 2 – paragraph 3
Annex – Part II – Article 2 – paragraph 3
3. This Directive applies to non-profit organisations meeting the criteria set out in paragraph 2 irrespective of whether or not they are membership-based and, of whether or not they are registered or granted legal personality under the law of the Member State in which they are based.
Amendment 361 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 2 – paragraph 5
Annex – Part II – Article 2 – paragraph 5
5. Trade unions, organisations that are associations of trade unions, or foundations, associations or other non- profit bodies with a trade union aim, shall be excluded from the scope of this Directive. However, when implementing this Directive, Member States shall ensure that trade unions or foundations, associations or other non- profit bodies with a trade union aim, may decide to fall under the application of parts of the Directive or of the Directive as a whole, if they so wish.
Amendment 366 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 5 – paragraph 2
Annex – Part II – Article 5 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall ensure that national laws, regulations or administrative practices regulating non-profit organisations, including their formation, registration, operations, financing and cross-border activities, do not discriminate against any group or individual on any grounds, such as age, birth, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, health condition, immigration or residency status, language, national, ethnic or social origin, political or other opinion, physical or mental disability, property, race, religion or belief or other status.
Amendment 381 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 9 – paragraph 1
Annex – Part II – Article 9 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall establish a presumption in favournsure that the lawfulness of their objectives and activities of non-profit organisations, which may only be rebutted insofar as they pose a serious threat to public policy, public security or public order.
Amendment 388 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 11 – paragraph 3
Annex – Part II – Article 11 – paragraph 3
3. Notwithstanding paragraph 2, non- profit organisations may be required to disclose and make public, in their statutes or by other means, further information on their operations, functioning or financing, insofar as this is necessary to genuinely meet an objective of general interest, subject to the principle of proportionality in particular with regards to the objectives and activities of the organisation. Disclosing the members lists of membership-based non-profit organizations shall not be required by state authorities, unless required for the purpose of a criminal investigation concerning criminal offences punishable by a custodial sentence of a maximum of at least onthree years.
Amendment 391 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 12 – paragraph 5
Annex – Part II – Article 12 – paragraph 5
5. Member States shall ensure that cooperation between natural or legal persons that did not seek to acquire legal personality are not deemed to constitute a non-profit organisation with legal personality for the sole purpose of subjecting them to national laws, regulations or administrative practices and so regulate or affect their operations, financing and cross-border activities, unless there are grounds to maintain that the non-profit organisation is a criminal organisation pursuant to national law or this is necessary for the purpose of the investigation or prosecution of criminal offences punishable by a custodial sentence of a maximum of responsibility punished by at least 3three years.
Amendment 397 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a
Annex – Part II – Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) the organisation’s purpose and actual activities pursue a public benefit objective which serves the welfare of society or of part of it and is thus beneficial for public good, including charitable purposes, public interest advocacy, or political activism, except where this is systematically and directly aimed to benefit the structures of a specific political party. The following purposes shall be considered as oriented towards public benefit, although the list shall not be considered as exclusive:
Amendment 400 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – subpoint c
Annex – Part II – Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – subpoint c
(c) the promotion and protection of fundamental rights and Union values, including democracy, the rule of law, the elimination of any discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation or any other grounds;
Amendment 404 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 16 – paragraph 2
Annex – Part II – Article 16 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall ensure that involuntary termination, prohibition or dissolution of a non-profit organisation can only be the consequence of infringements of national law that cannot be rectified or remedied.
Amendment 408 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 19 – paragraph 2 – point b
Annex – Part II – Article 19 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) have access to a simplified registration procedure which will include recognize the information and documentation already provided by the non-profit organisation to the Member State in which it was previously registered.
Amendment 409 #
Motion for a resolution
Annex – Part II – Article 19 – paragraph 3
Annex – Part II – Article 19 – paragraph 3
3. Member States shall establish the legal form the converted or merged organisation shall take, based on the principle of equivalence.