2020/2220(INL) Proposal for a Council Regulation on the election of the members of the European Parliament by direct universal suffrage, repealing Council Decision (76/787/ECSC, EEC, Euratom) and the Act concerning the election of the members of the European Parliament by direct universal suffrage annexed to that decision
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Lead | AFCO | RUIZ DEVESA Domènec ( S&D) | SIMON Sven ( EPP), VERHOFSTADT Guy ( Renew), BOESELAGER Damian ( Verts/ALE), ANNEMANS Gerolf ( ID), DZHAMBAZKI Angel ( ECR), CHAIBI Leila ( GUE/NGL) |
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2022/03/23
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2021/11/11
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Amendments | Dossier |
731 |
2020/2220(INL)
2021/11/11
AFCO
731 amendments...
Amendment 1 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 1 — having regard to the Declaration of 9 May 1950 that proposed the creation of the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC)
Amendment 10 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 d (new) — having regard to the European Economic and Social Committee's information report of March 2019 on the reality of the right to vote in European elections for people with disabilities1a, __________________ 1a https://www.eesc.europa.eu/fr/our- work/opinions-information- reports/information-reports/la-realite-du- droit-de-vote-aux-elections-europeennes- pour-les-personnes-handicapees-rapport- dinformation
Amendment 100 #
Motion for a resolution Recital W W. whereas an electoral authority, acting as a network of Member States' single contact authorities, should be set up at Union level, as this would facilitate access to information on the rules governing the European elections, as well as streamlining the process
Amendment 101 #
Motion for a resolution Recital W W. whereas an electoral authority for transnational lists, acting as a network of Member States' single contact authorities, should be set up at Union level, as this would facilitate access to information on the rules governing the European elections, as well as streamlining the process, managing the joint constituency and enhancing the European character of those elections;
Amendment 102 #
Motion for a resolution Recital X Amendment 103 #
Motion for a resolution Recital X X. whereas
Amendment 104 #
Motion for a resolution Recital X X. whereas postal
Amendment 105 #
Motion for a resolution Recital X X. whereas postal, electronic and internet voting could make the conduct of European elections more efficient and more appealing for voters, whilst ensuring th
Amendment 106 #
Motion for a resolution Recital X X. whereas
Amendment 107 #
Motion for a resolution Recital X X. whereas postal, electronic and internet voting could make the conduct of European elections more efficient and more appealing for voters,
Amendment 108 #
Motion for a resolution Recital X X. whereas postal
Amendment 109 #
Motion for a resolution Recital X a (new) Xa. whereas in her State of the Union speech, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, announced that 2022 will be the year of youth; whereas in its proposal to make 2022 the European Year of Youth, the Commission wishes young people “to become active and engaged citizens as well as actors of change”; whereas in order to achieve this, young people must be given their rightful place in the electorate;
Amendment 11 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 e (new) — having regard to the work of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) on gender equality, in particular its action plan for gender-sensitive parliaments,
Amendment 110 #
Motion for a resolution Recital X a (new) Xa. whereas the European Electoral Act should provide for the possibility of temporary replacement of a Member of the European Parliament that is availing of their right to maternity, paternity or parental leave;
Amendment 111 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Suggests the reform of its electoral procedure with the goal of shaping in a concrete way a European public sphere, by suggesting recommendations for common minimum standards
Amendment 112 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Suggests the reform of its electoral procedure with the goal of shaping in a concrete way a European public sphere, by suggesting common minimum standards and legislative changes ahead of the 202
Amendment 113 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers it essential to improve the transparency and democratic accountability of the Parliament
Amendment 114 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers it essential to improve the transparency and democratic accountability of the Parliament, by
Amendment 115 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers it essential to improve the transparency and democratic accountability of the Parliament, by strengthening the European dimension of the elections, notably by shifting the debate in election campaigns away from national topics towards genuinely European issues;
Amendment 116 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers it essential to improve the transparency and democratic accountability of the Parliament, by strengthening the European dimension of the elections, notably by
Amendment 117 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers it essential to improve the transparency and democratic accountability of the Parliament, by strengthening the European dimension of the elections, notably by shifting the debate in election campaigns away from national topics towards genuinely European issues; in addition, considers it essential to transform the European elections into a single European election, as opposed to the collection of 27 separate national elections, which is the way that European elections are
Amendment 118 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. Reminds that at their informal meeting on 23 February 2018, the Heads of State and Government decided to continue the reflection, as well as the technical, legal and political work, in order to make it possible to set up transnational lists for the European elections in 2024;
Amendment 119 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 3. Believes that European and national political parties and movements should play a more central role in the European elections process and should become clearly visible for voters;
Amendment 12 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 f (new) — having regard to the State of the Union 2021 speech in which Ursula von der Leyen announces that the year 2022 will be the year of youth,
Amendment 120 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 3. Believes that European political parties and
Amendment 121 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 3. Believes that European political
Amendment 122 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 a (new) 3a. Believes that European political parties and movements should be given more rights and adequate support, including funding, this being necessary to provide more favourable and practical framework conditions for them to fulfil their role and carry out their tasks in European society;
Amendment 123 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Observes that diverging electoral cultures have resulted in a range of different electoral systems; considers therefore that common minimum standards are needed
Amendment 124 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Observes that diverging electoral cultures have resulted in a range of different electoral systems; considers therefore that recomm
Amendment 125 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4.
Amendment 126 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Observes that diverging electoral cultures have resulted in a range of different electoral systems and different voting rights across the EU; considers therefore that common minimum standards are needed, in order to ensure approximation towards a unified European electoral law and equality of the vote for citizens of the Union, including as regards: the right to vote, the right to register a party and to stand for elections; access to ballots; the fielding of candidates; accessibility of voting for all citizens, especially for persons with disabilities; or what happens on the day of the elections;
Amendment 127 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Observes that diverging electoral cultures have resulted in a range of different electoral systems; considers therefore that common minimum democratic standards are needed, in order to ensure approximation towards a unified European electoral law and towards approaching equality of the vote
Amendment 128 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Observes that diverging electoral cultures have resulted in a range of different electoral systems; considers therefore that common minimum standards are needed, in order to ensure approximation towards a unified European electoral law and equality of the vote for citizens of the Union, including as regards: the right to register a party and to stand for elections; access to ballots; the fielding of candidates; accessibility of voting for persons with disabilities; or what happens on the day of the elections;
Amendment 129 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 5. Calls for the establishment of a common framework, with benchmarks and
Amendment 13 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 g (new) — having regard to the Commission's proposal for the European Year of Youth 2022,
Amendment 130 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 5. Calls for the establishment of a common framework of recommendations, with benchmarks and minimum standards for election rules across the EU, and suggests focusing on a strong coordination with national measures for implementing the core of its proposals, without prejudice to the Member States' authority in the field of electoral law;
Amendment 131 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Calls on the European institutions to take into account the priorities identified by European citizens in the context of the Conference on the Future of Europe;
Amendment 132 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 – introductory part 7. Highlights the links between the suggested measures for the review of the Electoral Act, and the European Parliament’ rules of procedure, the regulation on European Political Parties and the European Commission Democracy Action Plan of December 2020, notably
Amendment 133 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 – indent 1 - the way in which elections are
Amendment 134 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 – indent 2 -
Amendment 135 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 – indent 3 -
Amendment 136 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 Amendment 137 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 Amendment 138 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Considers gender equality to be a key
Amendment 139 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Considers gender equality to be a key horizontal element for improving the quality of EU democracy and enhancing a European public space; calls on Member States to apply this principle and the provisions contained in the Parliament’s proposal in the attached legislative act in a comprehensive way, in accordance with their own competences;
Amendment 14 #
Motion for a resolution Recital A A. whereas since 1976, when the European Electoral Act paved the way for the election of the representatives of the European Parliament by direct universal suffrage for the first time, the EP has continuously requested the reform of EU electoral
Amendment 140 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Considers gender equality to be a key horizontal element for improving the quality of EU democracy and enhancing a European public space; calls on Member States to apply this principle and the provisions contained in the Parliament’s proposal in the attached legislative act in a comprehensive way, in accordance with their own competences; calls for the introduction of lists of candidates with an equal number of male and female candidates for the electable places, for example through the use of zipped lists or other equivalent methods, since, in many Member States, there is no legislation that ensures political gender parity in elections; considers that the preferential vote should provide an even number of female and male candidates, alternating according to gender;
Amendment 141 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Considers gender equality to be a key horizontal element for ensuring the protection of women’s civic rights, improving the quality of EU democracy and enhancing a European public space; calls on Member States to apply this principle and the provisions contained in the Parliament’s proposal in the attached legislative act in a comprehensive way, in accordance with their own competences; calls for the introduction of lists of candidates with an equal number of male and female candidates
Amendment 142 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Considers gender equality to be a key horizontal element for improving the quality of EU democracy and enhancing a European public space; calls on Member States to apply this principle and the provisions contained in the Parliament’s proposal in the attached legislative act in a comprehensive way, in accordance with their own competences; calls for the introduction of
Amendment 143 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 a (new) 8a. Regrets that most national and linguistic minorities are not usually represented in the European Parliament because they are too small to obtain a seat of their own; points out in this regard the effective barrier that electoral thresholds represent for parties representing minority communities running in single national constituencies or in large, densely populated constituencies;
Amendment 144 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 a (new) 8a. Welcomes the overall improvement in gender equality in the last elections; stresses, however, that there are significant differences between Member States, with some not having elected to Parliament a single woman;
Amendment 145 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 a (new) 8a. Considers that it is urgent to look into solutions to allow members on maternity, paternity, parental and long sick leave to ensure that their seat is not left vacant;
Amendment 146 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 b (new) 8b. Regrets that there are only two Member States which have special provisions for the Election of the European Parliament for minorities; Commends in this regard the good practices from Belgium in relation to the German minority and from Italy in relation to the French linguistic minority of Valle d’Aosta, the German one in Bolzano and the Slovenian in Friuli- Venezia Giulia;
Amendment 147 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 c (new) Amendment 148 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 d (new) 8d. Stresses that the legitimacy of the democratic institutions is based on participation and representation of all groups in society, including persons belonging to national and linguistic minorities;
Amendment 149 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 e (new) 8e. Considers therefore that the European electoral law should provide a derogation from nationally provided thresholds for parties representing recognized national and linguistic minorities or groupings of such parties in order to increase the chances of national and linguistic minorities to participate in the political life of the Union and to be represented in the European Parliament;
Amendment 15 #
Motion for a resolution Recital A A. whereas since 1976, when the European Electoral Act paved the way for the election of the representatives of the European Parliament by direct universal suffrage for the first time, the EP has continuously requested the reform of EU electoral law and moves towards a more a genuine, uniform and European electoral procedure; whereas electoral law falls within the competence of the Member States;
Amendment 150 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 f (new) 8f. Strongly regrets that there are still Member States in the European Union whose election laws de jure prohibit the creation of parties based on ethnic, racial or religious lines or which expressly prohibit the use of mother tongue for minorities in election campaigns; considers that such practices are discriminatory, create unjustified electoral barriers and limit access to voters and political participation in elections and beyond and should therefore be banned;
Amendment 151 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 Amendment 152 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Considers it
Amendment 153 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Considers it essential that both European and national political parties and
Amendment 154 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Considers it essential that both European and national political parties
Amendment 155 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 Amendment 156 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 Amendment 157 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Believes that all European voters should be allowed to indicate their preferred candidate for the President of the Commission
Amendment 158 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Believes that all European voters should be a
Amendment 159 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Believes that all European voters should be allowed to indicate their preferred candidate for the President of the Commission
Amendment 16 #
Motion for a resolution Recital A A. whereas since 1976, when the European Electoral Act paved the way for the election of the representatives of the European Parliament by direct universal suffrage for the first time, the EP has continuously requested the reform of EU electoral law and moves towards a
Amendment 160 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Believes that all European voters should be allowed to indicate their preferred candidate for the President of the Commission, and that leading candidates should be able to stand in all Member States, nominated by a European political party, by a
Amendment 161 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Believes that all European voters should be allowed to indicate their preferred candidate for the President of the Commission, and that leading candidates should be able to stand in all Member States, nominated by a European political party
Amendment 162 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Believes that all European voters should be allowed to
Amendment 163 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 Amendment 164 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11.
Amendment 165 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Calls on European political parties
Amendment 166 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Calls on European political parties and movements to nominate their candidates for the position of President of the Commission - or common candidates of a coalition of European parties and movements - at least 12 weeks before the start of the electoral period; considers that binding democratic procedures and transparency in the selection should be ensured;
Amendment 167 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Calls on European political parties and movements to nominate their candidates for the position of President of the Commission - or common candidates of a coalition of European parties and movements - at least 12 weeks before the start of the electoral period; considers that binding democratic procedures and transparency in the selection should be ensured;
Amendment 168 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Calls on European political parties
Amendment 169 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Calls on European political parties and
Amendment 17 #
Motion for a resolution Recital A A. whereas since 1976, when the European Electoral Act paved the way for the election of the representatives of the European Parliament by direct universal suffrage for the first time, the EP has continuously requested the reform of EU electoral law and moves towards a more
Amendment 170 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11.
Amendment 171 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 a (new) 11a. Suggests a rule requiring a male and female candidates for the Presidency of the European Commission proposed by each European political party or each coalition of national parties or movements;
Amendment 172 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 b (new) 11b. Calls for a revision of the Treaties and the Electoral Act to allow a union of parties or movements representing at least a quarter of the Member States to also be able to propose a candidate to head the European Commission;
Amendment 173 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12.
Amendment 174 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Calls for enhancing the visibility of European parties and movements through media campaigns and on ballot papers and all electoral materials; determines that national parties
Amendment 175 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Calls for enhancing the visibility of
Amendment 176 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Calls for enhancing the visibility of European parties and
Amendment 177 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Calls for enhancing the visibility of European parties
Amendment 178 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 a (new) 12a. Calls for national and, possibly, European Union constituency ballot papers to show the name and visual identity of the European political party or movement to which the candidate or his/her political formation is affiliated;
Amendment 179 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 a (new) 12a. Notes that a coordinated media strategy at European level to ensure coverage and monitoring of the European elections would help to increase citizens’ interest in them;
Amendment 18 #
Motion for a resolution Recital B B. whereas the Lisbon Treaty has offered a
Amendment 180 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 13. Expects the
Amendment 181 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 13. Expects the leaders of the European political parties and parliamentary groups to agree on a common indication to the European Council on the basis of the outcome of the European elections
Amendment 182 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 13. Expects the leaders of the
Amendment 183 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 14 Amendment 184 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 14 Amendment 185 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 Amendment 186 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 Amendment 187 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 Amendment 188 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 Amendment 189 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 Amendment 19 #
Motion for a resolution Recital B B. whereas the Lisbon Treaty has offered a
Amendment 190 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 Amendment 191 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 15. Considers that the
Amendment 192 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 15. Considers that the introduction of a joint constituency from which
Amendment 193 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 15. Considers that the introduction of a joint constituency from which forty-six members of the European Parliament shall be elected and in which lists are headed by each political family’s candidate for the post of President of the Commission could offer an opportunity to enhance the democratic and
Amendment 194 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 15. Considers that the introduction of a joint constituency from which forty-six members of the European Parliament shall be elected and in which lists are headed by each political family’s candidate for the post of President of the Commission could offer an opportunity to enhance the democratic and transnational dimension of the European elections; believes that the goal of establishing a joint constituency is achievable only if geographical, demographic and gender balance is ensured,
Amendment 195 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 15. Considers that the introduction of a joint constituency from which forty-six members of the European Parliament shall be elected and in which lists are headed by each political family’s candidate for the post of President of the Commission could offer an opportunity to enhance the democratic and transnational dimension of the European elections; believes that the goal of establishing a joint constituency is achievable only if geographical, demographic and compulsory gender balance is ensured
Amendment 196 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 15. Considers that the introduction of a
Amendment 197 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 a (new) 15a. Calls for the European Union constituency list drawn up by the European political party or movement to be headed by its candidate for the post of Commission President;
Amendment 198 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 b (new) 15b. Proposes that the person heading the list of the winning European political party or movement in the European Parliament elections be designated to form a parliamentary majority and hence to lead the European Commission;
Amendment 199 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 Amendment 2 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 3 — having regard to the Treaties and in particular to Articles 2, 3, 9, 10, 14 and 17(7) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) and to Articles 8, 20, 22, 223(1) and 225 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU), and to Article 2 of Protocol No 1 on the role of national parliaments in the European Union,
Amendment 20 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C Amendment 200 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 Amendment 201 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 Amendment 202 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 Amendment 203 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 Amendment 204 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 16. Believes that
Amendment 205 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 16. Believes that transnational lists are
Amendment 206 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 16. Believes that
Amendment 207 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 16. Believes that transnational lists are a lever that can be used to bring about the formation of
Amendment 208 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 16. Believes that transnational lists are a lever that can be used to bring about the formation of true and effective European political parties
Amendment 209 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 a (new) 16a. Calls for transnational lists to represent all areas of the European Union fairly and for all European citizens to be assured of representation in the European Parliament;
Amendment 21 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C C. whereas other important changes in the Lisbon Treaty concerned in particular the
Amendment 210 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 Amendment 211 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 Amendment 212 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 Amendment 213 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 Amendment 214 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 17. Suggests including common provisions governing expenditure linked to the European electoral campaign for each entity admitted for the purpose of tabling a list of candidates for members of the European Parliament in the Union-wide constituency; calls for
Amendment 215 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 17. Suggests including common provisions governing expenditure linked to the European electoral campaign for each entity admitted
Amendment 216 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 17. Suggests including common provisions governing expenditure linked to the European electoral campaign for each
Amendment 217 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 17. Suggests including common provisions governing expenditure linked to the European electoral campaign for each entity admitted for the purpose of tabling a list of candidates for members of the European Parliament
Amendment 218 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 a (new) 17a. Considers that funding of European political parties from the general budget of the European Union or from any other source may be used to finance campaigns conducted by the European electoral entities in the context of elections to the European Parliament in which they or their members participate; considers that funding and possible limitation of election expenses for all political parties, candidates and third parties in the national constituencies, in addition to their participation in elections to the European Parliament, should be governed in each Member State by its national provisions;
Amendment 219 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 Amendment 22 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C C. whereas other important changes in the Lisbon Treaty concerned in particular the wording of Article 14 TEU, stating that the Parliament is to be composed of representatives of the citizens of the Union
Amendment 220 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 18. Recalls that the minimum age for eligibility to stand as a candidate across the 27 Member States varies between 18 and 25;
Amendment 221 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 18. Recalls that the minimum age for eligibility to stand as a candidate across the 27 Member States varies between 18 and 25 and the minimum age for eligibility to vote varies between 16 to 18; calls for the introduction of a single, harmonised age for passive and active voting rights across Member States and recommends them to introduce the minimum age of voting rights at 16 as a way to ensure real voting equality and to avoid discrimination in the most fundamental area of citizenship, namely the right to participate in the democratic process; is of the opinion that giving the right to vote at the age of 16 would reflect current rights and duties European youth already have in Member States, for instance paying taxes or having sexual majority;
Amendment 222 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 18. Recalls that the minimum age for eligibility to stand as a candidate across the 27 Member States varies between 18 and 25;
Amendment 223 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 18. Recalls that the minimum age for eligibility to stand as a candidate across the 27 Member States varies between 18 and 25; calls
Amendment 224 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 18. Recalls that the minimum age for eligibility to stand as a candidate across the 27 Member States varies between 18 and 25; calls for the introduction of a single, harmonised age for passive and active voting rights across Member States, namely, 16 to exercise the right to vote and 18 to be able to stand, as a way to ensure real voting equality and to avoid discrimination in the most fundamental area of citizenship, namely the right to participate in the democratic process;
Amendment 225 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 18. Recalls that the minimum age for eligibility to stand as a candidate across the 27 Member States varies between 18 and 25; calls for the introduction of a single, harmonised age at 16 years for passive and active voting rights across Member States as a way to ensure real voting equality and to avoid discrimination in the most fundamental area of citizenship, namely the right to participate in the democratic process;
Amendment 226 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 a (new) 18a. Calls for the voting age to be standardised and proposes that every EU citizen be given the right to vote from the age of 16;
Amendment 227 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 a (new) 18a. Proposes to allow for a temporary replacement of a Member in the case of maternity leave, parental leave or severe illness;
Amendment 228 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 19. Considers transparency of the electoral process and access to reliable information to be essential elements for raising European political awareness and securing an election turnout that is high enough to constitute a mandate from the electorate; highlights that citizens shall be informed well in advance - notably 12 weeks before the elections - about the candidates standing in the European elections and about the affiliation of national political parties or electoral associations to a European political party or European electoral association;
Amendment 229 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 19. Considers transparency of the electoral process and access to reliable information to be essential elements for raising European political awareness and securing an election turnout that is high enough to constitute a mandate from the electorate; highlights that citizens shall be informed well in advance
Amendment 23 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D Amendment 230 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 a (new) 19a. Stresses that ballot papers containing the list of candidates for the elections to the European Parliament must not under any circumstances be misleading or deceptive as to the candidate actually voted for; rejects allowing political parties or coalitions in certain areas within a single national constituency to indicate on the ballot paper only the names of certain candidates and substitutes, or to indicate a name, acronym or symbol other than that of the political party or coalition; proposes that the ballot paper for each candidate may not be different within the same national constituency;
Amendment 231 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 a (new) 19a. Suggests that measures be taken and safeguards be put in place to avoid foreign interference in the electoral process;
Amendment 232 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 20 20. Highlights that the deadlines for finalising the electoral roll ahead of European elections vary greatly among Member States; suggests to establish a European electoral roll and setting a common standard for the establishment and finalisation of the national electoral roll no later than fourteen weeks before the election day, in order to render the information on voters more accurate and to make its exchange between Member States easier , as well as to facilitate the prevention of double voting, ensuring that such double voting, whether the result of an administrative mistake or breaches of electoral law is subject to effective, proportionate and dissuasive penalties at national level, and results in corrective measures by the Member States;
Amendment 233 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 21 Amendment 234 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 21 Amendment 235 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 21 Amendment 236 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 21 Amendment 237 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 21 21. Proposes establishing a
Amendment 238 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 21 21. Proposes establishing a European Electoral Authority in charge of coordinating information on the European elections, monitoring the implementation of the common standards of the European electoral law and supervising the exchange of information on voting by citizens of the Union outside their home country; considers that such a body could facilitate an efficient exchange of information, and in particular the sharing of best practices, between national bodies;
Amendment 239 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 21 21. Proposes establishing a European Electoral Authority in charge of coordinating information on the European elections, monitoring the implementation of and solving disputes on the common standards of the European electoral law, managing the European electoral roll, proclaiming the electoral results, verifying the credentials of the members of the European Parliament and supervising the exchange of information on voting by citizens of the Union outside their home country; considers that such a body could facilitate an efficient exchange of information, and in particular the sharing of best practices, between national bodies; suggests that an essential task of the Authority would be the management of the register of electoral
Amendment 24 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D D. whereas the procedure for the 2014 elections set a precedent for the role of the Parliament in the selection of the EC President; whereas
Amendment 240 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 21 21. Proposes establishing a European Electoral Authority in charge of coordinating information on the European elections, coordinating efforts at Union level to ensure the smooth running of elections, including activities to identify and counter the spread of disinformation, monitoring the implementation of the common standards of the European electoral law and supervising the exchange of information on voting by citizens of the Union outside their home country; considers that such a body could facilitate an efficient exchange of information, and in particular the sharing of best practices, between national bodies; suggests that an essential task of the Authority would be the management of the register of electoral lists for joint constituencies;
Amendment 241 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 22 Amendment 242 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 23 23. Considers it essential to facilitate access to voting in European elections and to guarantee that all those who have the right to vote, including, if they are granted such a right in accordance with national laws, citizens of the Union living outside their country of origin, people experiencing homeless
Amendment 243 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 23 23. Considers it essential to facilitate access to voting in European elections and to guarantee that all those who have the right to vote, including, if they are granted
Amendment 244 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 23 23. Considers it essential to facilitate access to voting in European elections and to guarantee that all those who have the right to vote, including, if they are granted such a right in accordance with national laws, citizens of the Union living outside their country of origin
Amendment 245 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 23 a (new) 23a. Calls on Member States to grant the right to vote and stand as candidate to all persons with disabilities, regardless of their legal capacity; suggests to introduce measures to maximise accessibility of the elections for citizens with disabilities covering, among others and where appropriate, voting information and registration, polling stations, voting booths and devices and ballot papers; recommends to implement appropriate arrangements tailored to their national voting procedures to facilitate the vote of citizens with disabilities such as the possibility to choose polling station, closed polling stations in key locations, and the use of assistive technologies, formats and techniques like Braille, large print, audio- based information, tactile stencils, easy to read information and sign language communication; calls on Member States to allow persons with disabilities assistance in voting through a person of their own choice, where necessary and at their request;
Amendment 246 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 23 a (new) 23a. Calls on Member States to grant the right to vote and stand as candidate to all persons with disabilities, regardless of their legal capacity; suggests to introduce measures to maximise accessibility of the elections for citizens with disabilities covering, among others and where appropriate, voting information and registration, polling stations, voting booths and devices, electronic means of voting, and ballot papers; recommends Member States to implement appropriate arrangements tailored to their national voting procedures to facilitate the vote of citizens with disabilities such as the possibility to choose polling station, early voting, mobile ballot boxes, closed polling stations in key locations, and the use of assistive technologies; calls on Member States to allow persons with disabilities assistance in voting through a person of their own choice, where necessary and at their request;
Amendment 247 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 23 a (new) 23a. Calls for the provisions of Annex 1 of the Regulation that concern Member State classification by population category to be amended as follows: Group A (18.3 million - 83.1 million), Group B (10.7 million - 18.3 million), Group C (6.9 million - 10.2 million), Group D (2.7 million - 5.8 million), Group E (2.7 million - 5.8 million);
Amendment 248 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 23 b (new) 23b. Calls on the Member States to improve their laws in order to make it easier for people experiencing homelessness to vote; emphasises that insisting that people provide proof of address in order to vote, as laid down in Directive 93/109/EC, can serve to exclude people experiencing homelessness in those countries where they cannot obtain an administrative address; urges that the requirement to provide proof of address be done away with, in order to make it easier for people experiencing homelessness, who are full EU citizens, to vote;
Amendment 249 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 23 c (new) 23c. Takes the view that the best way to ensure that all citizens can take part in elections is to guarantee inclusion and thus to put an end to homelessness; calls on the Commission to adopt as a matter of urgency an EU action plan to put an end to homelessness by 2030, to be implemented at national level by the Member States as part of their efforts to combat homelessness; notes, further, that the Commission's guidelines on combating the phenomenon of homelessness date from 2013 (and have still not been translated into the 23 Union languages);
Amendment 25 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D D. whereas the procedure for the 2014 elections set a precedent for the role of the Parliament in the selection of the EC President through the lead candidate principle; whereas it was not possible for that procedure to become part of an overall reform of EU electoral law, which contributed to creating the political background for the unexpected disapplication of the lead candidate principle following the European elections of 2019, which resulted from the lack of a common indication from the European political parties and parliamentary groups in support of one of the lead candidates and the European Council’s lack of agreement on nominating any of the lead candidates;
Amendment 250 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 24 Amendment 251 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 24 a (new) 24a. Calls on Member States to introduce measures to maximise accessibility of the elections for citizens with disabilities covering, among others and where appropriate, voting information and registration, polling stations, voting booths and devices, electronic means of voting, and ballot papers; recommends to implement appropriate arrangements tailored to their national voting procedures to facilitate the vote of citizens with disabilities such as the possibility to choose polling station, early voting, mobile ballot boxes, closed polling stations in key locations, and the use of assistive technologies, formats and techniques like Braille, large print, audio- based information, tactile stencils, easy to read information and sign language communication; calls on Member States to allow persons with disabilities assistance in voting through a person of their own choice, where necessary and at their request;
Amendment 252 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 25 25. Believes that the introduction of postal voting
Amendment 253 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 25 25. Believes that the introduction of postal voting is needed for voters who are unable to go to the polling stations on election day, and that this could make the conduct of European elections more efficient and more appealing for voters in specific or exceptional circumstances;
Amendment 254 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 25 25. Believes that the introduction of
Amendment 255 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 25 25. Believes that the introduction of
Amendment 256 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 25 25. Believes that the introduction of
Amendment 257 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 25 25. Believes that the introduction of postal voting is needed for voters who are unable to go to the polling stations on election day, and that this could make the conduct of European elections more efficient and more appealing for voters in specific or exceptional circumstances; calls on Members States to consider the possible introduction of complementary enhancing tools such as electronic
Amendment 258 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 26 Amendment 259 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 26 Amendment 26 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D a (new) Da. whereas Article 17(7) of the Treaty on European Union gives the European Council the final say in the election of the President of the European Commission; whereas, according to this article, the European Council is merely obliged to take account of the elections to the European Parliament, and there was therefore no reason to expect the informal Spitzenkandidaten process to be respected either in 2014 or in 2019 ; whereas, in order to link the European elections genuinely to the choice of the President of the European Commission, the reform of electoral law is a first step; whereas a change in the Treaties is necessary to anchor this democratic measure in practice;
Amendment 260 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 26 26.
Amendment 261 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 26 26. Believes that establishing a common European voting day would create a more coherent pan-European election
Amendment 262 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 26 26. Believes that establishing a common European voting day would create a more coherent pan-European election and therefore suggests fixing 9th May as the European election day , regardless of the day of the week on which it falls, with the possibility of that day becoming a public holiday; considers it important that
Amendment 263 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 26 a (new) 26a. Believes that introducing the possibility of temporary replacement of a Member of the European Parliament that is availing of their right to maternity, paternity or parental leave would help to further reduce the democratic deficit of the EU and would benefit gender equality in the European Parliament;
Amendment 264 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 27 27.
Amendment 265 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 27 27. Considers
Amendment 266 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 2 a (new) (2a) Article 8 TFEU establishes the principle of gender mainstreaming by which the Union should aim to eliminate gender inequalities and to promote gender equality in all its activities;
Amendment 267 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 3 Amendment 268 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 3 (3) The Treaty of Lisbon has
Amendment 269 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 3 (3) The Treaty of Lisbon has not only conferred on the European Parliament the power of initiative regarding the provisions on the election of its members, but has also changed the nature of the mandate of the members of the European Parliament, making them direct representatives of the citizens of the Union
Amendment 27 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas some existing common provisions in the current European Electoral Act show the way towards necessary improvements, including those which provide for candidates to be elected by proportional representation using a list system or a single transferable vote system; for the freedom to establish constituencies
Amendment 270 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 4 (4) In spite of the provisions of the Electoral Act, elections to the European Parliament, which are largely determined by national rules,
Amendment 271 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 4 a (new) (4a) Electoral thresholds should not affect the chances of national and linguistic minorities to participate in the political life of the Union and to be represented in the European Parliament. A derogation from a nationally provided threshold for parties representing recognized national and linguistic minorities or groupings of such parties should be possible for said minorities to be able to express a cohesive vote. The recognition of national and linguistic minorities should be understood in the sense of the Framework Convention for the protection of National Minorities, Member States being encouraged to interpret its provisions in the most inclusive manner.
Amendment 272 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 5 Amendment 273 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 5 Amendment 274 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 5 Amendment 275 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 5 (5) Article 17(7) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) gives the European Parliament the right to elect the President of the European Commission. In order to give that right its appropriate expression, the European public sphere should be developed in such a way that all European voters are allowed to indicate their preferred candidate for the President of the European Commission.
Amendment 276 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 5 (5) Article 17(7) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) gives the European Parliament the right to elect the President of the European Commission. In order to give that right its appropriate expression,
Amendment 277 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution –Recital 5 (5) Article 17(7) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) gives the European Parliament the right to elect the President of the European Commission. In order to give that right its appropriate expression, the European public sphere should be developed in such a way that all European voters are allowed to indicate their preferred candidate for the President of the European Commission
Amendment 278 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution –Recital 5 (5) Article 17(7) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) gives the European Parliament the right to elect the President of the European Commission. In order to
Amendment 279 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution –Recital 5 (5) Article 17(7) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU)
Amendment 28 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas some existing common provisions in the current European Electoral Act show the way towards necessary improvements, including those which provide for candidates to be elected by proportional representation using a list system or a single transferable vote system; for the freedom to establish constituencies at national level; for the introduction of a maximum
Amendment 280 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution –Recital 5 (5) Article 17(7) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) gives the European Parliament the right to elect the President of the European Commission. In order to give that right its appropriate expression, the European public sphere should be developed in such a way that all European voters are allowed to indicate their preferred candidate for the President of the European Commission. For this to happen, the lead candidates nominated by a European political party
Amendment 281 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 5 (5) Article 17(7) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) gives the European Parliament the right to elect the President of the European Commission. In order to give that right its appropriate expression, the European public sphere should be developed in such a way that all European voters are allowed to indicate their preferred candidate for the President of the European Commission. For this to happen, the lead candidates nominated by a European political party, by a
Amendment 282 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 6 (6) According to Article 10(4) of the TEU, political parties at European level contribute to forming European political awareness and to expressing the will of citizens of the Union. European political parties
Amendment 283 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 6 (6) According to Article 10(4) of the TEU, political parties at European level contribute to forming European political awareness and to expressing the will of citizens of the Union. European political parties and movements should therefore play a more central role in the European elections’ process
Amendment 284 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 6 (6) According to Article 10(4) of the TEU, political parties at European level contribute to forming European political awareness and to expressing the will of citizens of the Union. European political parties and movements should therefore play a more central role in the European elections’ process
Amendment 285 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 6 (6) According to Article 10(4) of the TEU, political parties at European level contribute to forming European political
Amendment 286 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 6 (6) According to Article 10(4) of the TEU, political parties at European level contribute to forming European political awareness and to expressing the will of citizens of the Union. European political parties and movements should therefore play a more central role in the European elections’ process,
Amendment 287 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 6 (6) According to Article 10(4) of the TEU, political parties at European level contribute to forming European political awareness and to expressing the will of citizens of the Union. European political parties and movements should therefore play a more central role in the European elections’ process,
Amendment 288 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 6 (6) European political parties and movements have a key role to play in fostering a truly European political debate. According to Article 10(4) of the TEU, political parties at European level contribute to forming European political awareness and to expressing the will of citizens of the Union. European political parties and movements should therefore effectively play a more central role in the European elections’ process, including by giving them the possibility of fully participating in European election campaigns, and of tabling pan-
Amendment 289 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 6 (6) According to Article 10(4) of the TEU, political parties at European level contribute to forming European political awareness and to expressing the will of citizens of the Union. European political parties and movements, as well as parties and movements which are not part of a European political parties and movements should therefore play a more central role in the European elections’ process, including by giving them the possibility of tabling pan-
Amendment 29 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E a (new) Ea. whereas introducing obligatory thresholds is recognised by constitutional tradition as a legitimate means of guaranteeing that parliaments are able to function;
Amendment 290 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 6 (6) According to Article 10(4) of the TEU, political parties at European level contribute to forming European political awareness and to expressing the will of citizens of the Union. European political parties and
Amendment 291 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 6 (6) According to Article 10(4) of the TEU, political parties at European level contribute to forming European political awareness and to expressing the will of citizens of the Union. European political parties
Amendment 292 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 7 Amendment 293 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 7 (7) In the European democracy action plan6 , the Commission has committed to promoting access to democratic participation, which entails inclusiveness and equality in democratic participation
Amendment 294 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 7 (7) In the European democracy action 6 6 plan , the Commission has committed to
Amendment 295 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 7 (7) In the European democracy action plan6 , the Commission has committed to promoting access to democratic participation, which entails inclusiveness and equality in democratic participation, as well as gender balance in politics and decision-making. In its 2020-2025 gender equality strategy7 , the Commission stated that equal opportunity in participation is essential for representative democracy at all levels. Gender equality, guaranteed by the use of gender zipped lists, and democratic, informed and transparent procedures for the selection of candidates to the European Parliament elections, including the lead candidate, are key horizontal elements for reinforcing representativeness and democracy. __________________ 6 Communication from the Commission to
Amendment 296 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 8 (8) Transparency of the electoral process and access to reliable and timely information on voters and on candidates are important for ensuring the reliability of the electoral process, for raising European political awareness and for securing a solid election turnout. It is important to facilitate the exchange of information between Member States on voters in order to avoid double voting. Moreover, citizens of the Union should be informed well in advance of elections to the European Parliament about the candidates standing in those elections and about the affiliation of national political parties to a European political party.
Amendment 297 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 8 (8) Transparency of the electoral process and access to reliable and timely information on voters and on candidates are important for ensuring the reliability of the electoral process, for raising European political awareness and for securing a solid election turnout. It is important to facilitate the exchange of information between Member States on voters in order to avoid double voting. Moreover, citizens of the Union should be informed well in advance
Amendment 298 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 9 Amendment 299 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – recital 9 Amendment 3 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 8 — having regard to its re
Amendment 30 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F Amendment 300 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 9 Amendment 301 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 9 (9) A
Amendment 302 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 9 (9) A European Electoral Authority should be established for the management of the Union-wide constituency. Such a European Electoral Authority would be essential for
Amendment 303 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 9 (9) A European Electoral Authority should be established
Amendment 304 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 9 (9) A European Electoral Authority should be established
Amendment 305 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 9 (9) A European Electoral Authority should be established for the management of the Union-wide constituency and its transnational lists. Such a
Amendment 306 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 9 (9) A European Electoral Authority should be established for the management of the Union-wide constituency. Such a European Electoral Authority would be essential for coordinating information on the European elections and monitoring the implementation of the common standards of the European electoral law, by ensuring an efficient exchange of information and best practices between national bodies.
Amendment 307 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 9 (9) A European Electoral Authority should be established for the management of the Union-wide constituency. Such a
Amendment 308 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 9 a (new) (9a) The Union-wide constituency electoral campaign should be duly financed to ensure that the European electoral entities have the sufficient funds to convey their messages and their political programmes to the EU citizens.
Amendment 309 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 10 Amendment 31 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F F. whereas
Amendment 310 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 10 (10) In order to encourage voter participation in elections to the European Parliament, Member States should provide for advance and postal
Amendment 311 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 10 (10) In order to encourage voter participation in elections to the European Parliament, Member States should provide for advance and postal voting. To fully take advantage of the possibilities offered by technological developments, Member States could also permit electronic
Amendment 312 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 10 (10) In order to encourage voter participation in elections to the European Parliament, Member States should provide
Amendment 313 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 10 (10) In order to encourage voter participation in elections to the European Parliament, Member States
Amendment 314 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 10 (10) In order to encourage voter participation in elections to the European Parliament, Member States should provide for advance and postal voting. To fully take advantage of the possibilities offered by technological developments, Member States could also permit electronic and internet voting, while ensuring the reliability of the result, the secrecy of the vote, the accessibility for persons with disabilities, and the protection of personal data, in accordance with applicable Union law.
Amendment 315 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 10 (10) In order to encourage voter
Amendment 316 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 11 (11) Citizens of the Union have the right to participate in its democratic life, in particular by voting or standing as candidates in elections to the European Parliament.
Amendment 317 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 11 (11) Citizens of the Union have the right to participate in its democratic life, in particular by voting or standing as candidates in elections to the European Parliament. Member States should take the measures necessary to allow those of their citizens residing or working in third countries, those who are homeless or who are serving a prison sentence in the EU, to exercise the right to vote in elections to the European Parliament. Access to
Amendment 318 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 11 (11) Citizens of the Union have the right to participate in its democratic life, in particular by voting or standing as candidates in elections to the European Parliament. Member States should take the measures necessary to allow those of their citizens residing or working in
Amendment 319 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 12 (12)
Amendment 32 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F F. whereas, despite some steps forward in defining common standards of electoral procedures for the European Parliament, today
Amendment 320 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 12 (12) The minimum age for the exercise of active passive voting rights varies across the 27 Member States.
Amendment 321 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 12 (12) The minimum age for the exercise of active passive voting rights varies across the 27 Member States.
Amendment 322 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 12 (12) The minimum age for the exercise of active passive voting rights varies across the 27 Member States. A single harmonised age for active and passive voting should be introduced across the Union in order to ensure equality and to avoid discrimination in the most fundamental civic and political right - the right to vote. The minimum age for voting should be set at 16 and the minimum age to stand as a candidate should be set at 18.
Amendment 323 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 12 (12) The minimum age for the exercise of active passive voting rights varies across the 27 Member States. A single harmonised age for active and passive voting should be introduced across the Union in order to ensure equality and to avoid discrimination in the most fundamental civic and political right - the right to vote. All the persons with disabilities regardless of their legal capacity, should enjoy political rights on an equal basis with others.
Amendment 324 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 12 (12) The minimum age for the exercise of active passive voting rights varies across the 27 Member States from 16 to 18. A single harmonised age for active and passive voting at 16 years old should be introduced across the Union in order to ensure equality and to avoid discrimination in the most fundamental civic and political right - the right to vote.
Amendment 325 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 12 (12) The minimum age for the exercise of active passive voting rights varies across the 27 Member States. A single harmonised age at 16 years for active and passive voting should be introduced across the Union in order to ensure equality and to avoid discrimination in the most fundamental civic and political right - the right to vote.
Amendment 326 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 12 a (new) (12a) The deadlines for finalising both the electoral lists and the electoral roll ahead of European elections vary greatly among Member States. In order to put candidates and voters across the Union in an equal position when it comes to the time available for campaigning or for reflection, and also to facilitate the exchange of information between Member States on voters, the deadlines for the establishment of the electoral roll and the lists for the European elections should be uniform.
Amendment 327 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 12 b (new) (12b) Clear and transparent rules on campaigning should be provided for, so that European political parties and movements are able to use any forms of public communication and electoral campaigns material, as well as election official material such as ballot papers, giving those parties and movements sufficient visibility. Member States should also ensure that European political parties and movements are given equal treatment and opportunities regarding the electoral campaign related to the Union- wide constituency.
Amendment 328 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 13 (13) The 1976 Electoral act established a common electoral period, giving the Member States the power to set the exact date and the time for the elections within that period.
Amendment 329 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 13 (13) The 1976 Electoral act established a common electoral period, giving the Member States the power to set the exact date and the time for the elections within that period. A truly
Amendment 33 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F F. whereas, despite some steps forward in defining common standards of electoral procedures for the European Parliament, no substantial reform of the electoral law act has been achieved and still today EU elections are
Amendment 330 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Recital 13 (13) The 1976 Electoral act established a common electoral period, giving the Member States the power to set the exact date and the time for the elections within that period.
Amendment 331 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 1 (1) ‘political party’ means an association of citizens which pursues political objectives and which is
Amendment 332 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution –Article 2 – point 1 (1) ‘political party’ means an association of citizens which pursues political objectives and which is either recognised by, or established in accordance with, the legal order of at least one Member State
Amendment 333 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution –Article 2 – point 1 (1) ‘political party’ means an association of citizens which pursues political objectives and which is either recognised by, or established in accordance with, the legal order of
Amendment 334 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution Article 2 – point 1 (1) ‘political party’ means an association of citizens which pursues political objectives and which is either recognised by, or established in accordance with, the legal order of at least one Member State
Amendment 335 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution –Article 2 – point 1 (1) ‘political party’ means an association of citizens which pursues political objectives and which is either recognised by, or established in accordance with, the legal order of at least one Member State
Amendment 336 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 2 Amendment 337 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution –Article 2 – point 2 Amendment 338 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 2 (2) ‘
Amendment 339 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 2 (2) ‘political movement’ means an association of citizens which pursues political objectives which, rather than being established as a political party, is registered as an association of voters in accordance with applicable national provisions
Amendment 34 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F F. whereas, despite some steps forward in defining common standards of electoral procedures for the European Parliament, today EU elections are still mostly governed by national laws
Amendment 340 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2– point 2 (2) ‘political movement’ means an association of citizens which pursues political objectives which, rather than being established as a political party, is registered as an association of voters in accordance with applicable national provisions
Amendment 341 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 2 (2) ‘political movement’ means an association of citizens which pursues political objectives which, rather than being established as a political party, is registered as an association of
Amendment 342 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 2 a (new) (2a) 'political alliance' means a structured cooperation between political parties and/or citizens in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 1141/2014;
Amendment 343 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 3 Amendment 344 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 3 Amendment 345 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 3 Amendment 346 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 3 Amendment 347 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 3 Amendment 348 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 3 (3) ‘European coalition of national political parties and/or national political movements’ means an electoral alliance by a number of national political parties and/or national political movements
Amendment 349 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 3 (3) ‘European coalition of national political parties and/or national political movements’ means an electoral alliance
Amendment 35 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F F. whereas, despite some steps forward in defining common standards of electoral procedures for the European Parliament, today EU elections are still mostly governed by national laws and therefore more improvements are needed to establish a
Amendment 350 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 4 (4) ‘European political party’ means a political alliance of national political parties which pursues political objectives and is registered with the Authority for European political parties and foundations in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 1141/20148
Amendment 351 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 4 (4) ‘European political party’ means a political alliance of national political parties which pursues political objectives and is registered with the Authority for European political parties and foundations in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 1141/2014 (8 )
Amendment 352 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 4 (4) ‘European political party’ means a political alliance of national political parties which pursues political objectives and is registered with the Authority for European political parties and foundations in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 1141/2014 (8 )
Amendment 353 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 4 (4) ‘European political party’ means a political alliance of national political parties which pursues political objectives and is registered with the Authority for European political parties and foundations in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 1141/2014 (8 )
Amendment 354 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 5 Amendment 355 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 5 Amendment 356 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 5 Amendment 357 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 5 (5) ‘European
Amendment 358 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 5 (5) ‘European political movement’ means a transnational association of citizens present in at least a quarter of the Member States, representing at least a number equal to 0.01% of the voting population in the relevant Member States, which pursues political objectives, but is not established as a European political party
Amendment 359 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 5 (5) ‘European political movement’ means a transnational association of citizens present in at least a quarter of the Member States, representing at least a number equal to 0.01% of the voting population in the relevant Member States, which pursues political objectives, but is not established as a European political party
Amendment 36 #
Motion for a resolution Recital G G. whereas the turnout registered in the 2019 European elections was the highest of any elections to the European
Amendment 360 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 5 (5) ‘European political movement’ means a transnational association of citizens
Amendment 361 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 6 Amendment 362 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 6 Amendment 363 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 6 Amendment 364 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 6 Amendment 365 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 6 (6) ‘European electoral coalition’ means an electoral and political alliance by two or more European political parties
Amendment 366 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 6 (6) ‘European electoral coalition’ means an electoral alliance by two or more European political parties
Amendment 367 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 7 Amendment 368 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 7 Amendment 369 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 7 (7) “European electoral entity” means a European political party
Amendment 37 #
Motion for a resolution Recital G G. whereas the turnout registered in the 2019 European elections was the highest of any elections to the European Parliament in the last 20 years; whereas increased turnout is a positive signal and shows that citizens, and in particular the youngest generations of the Union are taking an increasing interest in the development of the European integration, as indicated also by the results of the special Eurobarometer of 9 March 2021; whereas increased interest in European elections signals that EU citizens demand a swift action from the EU in the field of climate change, the protection of human rights and rule of law, migration, and the role of the EU in international relations;
Amendment 370 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 7 (7) “European electoral entity” means a European political party
Amendment 371 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 7 (7) “European electoral entity” means a European political party,
Amendment 372 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 8 Amendment 373 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 8 Amendment 374 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 8 Amendment 375 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 8 Amendment 376 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 8 Amendment 377 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 8 Amendment 378 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 8 Amendment 379 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 8 (8) ´
Amendment 38 #
Motion for a resolution Recital G G. whereas the turnout registered in the 2019 European elections was the highest of any elections to the European Parliament in the last 20 years; whereas increased turnout is a positive signal shows that citizens of the Union are taking an increasing interest in the development of
Amendment 380 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 9 Amendment 381 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 10 (10) ´Funding from the Union budget´ means a grant awarded in accordance with Title VIII or a contribution awarded in accordance with Title XI of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 of the European
Amendment 382 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 2 – point 10 a (new) (10a) ‘donation’ means any cash offering, any offering in kind, the provision below market value of any goods, services (including loans) or works, and/or any other transaction which constitutes an economic advantage for the political party or European political entity concerned, with the exception of contributions from members and of usual political activities carried out on a voluntary basis by individuals;
Amendment 383 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 3 – title National provisions and democratic standards
Amendment 384 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 3 – first paragraph Amendment 385 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 3 – second paragraph Those national provisions
Amendment 386 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 3 – second paragraph Those national provisions, which
Amendment 387 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 3 – third paragraph (new) (new) Those national provisions, shall ensure at least: (a) a basic party or association law, allowing only registered associations and parties to run for elections, ensuring democratic standards of these electoral associations and parties including that decisions on candidates and lists running for European elections must be made by members or democratically elected delegates of members and in an open and public procedure allowing candidates to ask for separate votes for individual positions after a self-presentation; (b) reasonable, fair, democratic and proportional conditions for submitting a candidacy for the national constituencies; (c) reasonable, fair, democratic and proportional conditions for registering a political party or electoral association; (d) transparent rules for party and campaign financing; and (e) proportional, but dissuasive sanctions for the abuse of national rules.
Amendment 388 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 4 Every European Union citizen
Amendment 389 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 4 Every European Union citizen from 1
Amendment 39 #
Motion for a resolution Recital G a (new) Ga. whereas although a record turnout was registered at the last European elections in 2019, the turnout for European elections remains well below that for national elections; stresses that communication efforts must be made to increase citizens’ interest in European issues and the role of European political parties and foundations in this regard;
Amendment 390 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 4 Every European Union citizen
Amendment 391 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 4 Every European Union citizen from 1
Amendment 392 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 4 Every European Union citizen from 18 years of age
Amendment 393 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 4 Every European Union citizen
Amendment 394 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 4 Every European Union citizen from 18 years of age shall have the right to vote and to stand as a candidate for election to the European Parliament,
Amendment 395 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 4 Every European Union citizen from 18
Amendment 396 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 4 Every European Union citizen from 18 years of age, and regardless of their legal capacity status, shall have the right to vote and to stand as a candidate for election to the European Parliament, in both the national and in the Union-wide constituency, without prejudice to those Member States that, at the date of the entry into force of this Regulation, have set the minimum age that is lower than 18 for eligibility to vote and for eligibility to stand as a candidate.
Amendment 397 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 5 Member States shall ensure that all citizens of the Union
Amendment 398 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 5 Member States shall ensure that all citizens of the Union, including those living or working in a
Amendment 399 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 5 Member States shall ensure that all citizens of the Union, including those living or
Amendment 4 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 11 a (new) — having regard to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, ratified by the EU in 2010, and by all Member States, and Article 29 thereof on participation in political and public life,
Amendment 40 #
Motion for a resolution Recital G a (new) Ga. whereas polls can influence the choice of citizens at the time of voting; whereas their over-mediatisation can be an obstacle to the personal and free nature of the vote; whereas many Member States limit the publication of polls to between two days and two weeks before the vote, precisely in order to guarantee the democratic freedom of the vote, without external injunctions and pressures ;
Amendment 400 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 5 Member States shall ensure that all citizens of the Union, including those living or working in a third country and those who are homeless or who are serving a prison sentence in the EU,
Amendment 401 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 5 – second paragraph (new) Without prejudice to the event that an employee casting the vote would represent an utterly disproportionate hindrance to the task performed, employers must ensure that their employees have the opportunity to cast their votes on the election day.
Amendment 402 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 6 – paragraph 1 1.
Amendment 403 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 6 – paragraph 1 1. No one shall vote more than once in any election of members of the European Parliament
Amendment 404 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 6 – paragraph 1 1. No one shall vote more than once in any election of members of the European Parliament in the national constituencies, as well as not more than once in the election of members of the European Parliament in the Union-wide constituency.
Amendment 405 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 6 – paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. No one may stand as a candidate in more than one constituency nor in more than one candidacy in any election of Members of the European Parliament. This is without prejudice to the right to stand as a candidate in the Union-wide constituency besides standing as a candidate in a national constituency for the same election of Members of the European Parliament.
Amendment 406 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 6 – paragraph 2 2. Member States shall take measures necessary to ensure that double voting in elections to the European Parliament
Amendment 407 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 7 Member States shall ensure
Amendment 408 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 7 Member States shall ensure
Amendment 409 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 7 Member States shall ensure
Amendment 41 #
Motion for a resolution Recital H H. whereas the trend of a growing voter turnout can be maintained if the connection and accountability between voters and candidates are strengthened and the EU-wide dimension is fostered; whereas the long-awaited creation of an independent ethics body, common to all the European institutions, will also help strengthen European democracy, its transparency and the fight against conflicts of interest;
Amendment 410 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – title Postal voting and electronic vote
Amendment 411 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – title Amendment 412 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – title Amendment 413 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – paragraph 1 1. Member States
Amendment 414 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – paragraph 1 1. Member States shall provide
Amendment 415 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – paragraph 1 1. Member States
Amendment 416 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – paragraph 1 1. Member States shall provide for postal voting in elections to the European Parliament, including for citizens living
Amendment 417 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – paragraph 2 Amendment 418 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – paragraph 2 2. Member States may
Amendment 419 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – paragraph 2 2. Member States may provide additional possibilities of voting
Amendment 42 #
Motion for a resolution Recital H H. whereas the trend of a growing voter turnout can be
Amendment 420 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – paragraph 2 2. Member States
Amendment 421 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – paragraph 2 2. Member States may provide additional possibilities of voting by way of electronic and internet systems, without prejudice to the possibility of proxy voting as allowed by applicable national provisions at the time of the entry into force of this Regulation. In the event of electronic, internet, and proxy voting, Member States shall adopt all necessary measures to ensure the reliability and the secrecy of the vote, the accessibility for persons with disabilities and the protection of personal data in accordance with applicable Union law.
Amendment 422 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 – paragraph 2 2. Member States may provide additional possibilities of voting by way of electronic
Amendment 423 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 8 a (new) Article 8a (new) Electronic voting Member States may provide additional possibilities of voting by way of electronic systems, without prejudice to the possibility of advance, postal or proxy voting as allowed by applicable national provisions at the time of the entry into force of this Regulation. In the event of electronic voting, Member States shall take into account Council of Europe's recommendations in that area and adopt all necessary measures to ensure the accessibility of the system, the reliability and the secrecy of the vote, the protection of personal data in accordance with applicable Union law and full transparency in the design and deployment of the systems.
Amendment 424 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 9 – title Establishment of the national electoral roll
Amendment 425 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 9 a (new) Article 9a Establishment of the European electoral roll 1. A European electoral roll shall be established in advance of the election for the purpose of detecting and avoiding double voting. 2. For the purpose of this Article, the competent national authorities shall provide the Authority with all necessary data in accordance with Article 18. 3. Without prejudice to the provisions included in this Regulation, the Commission shall adopt implementing acts laying down the technical specifications for the implementation of paragraph 1 of this Article. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the advisory procedure referred to in Article 27a.
Amendment 426 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 9 b (new) Article 9b Voting card An individual voting card shall be provided by national authorities to each voter registered in the electoral roll at the registered address and for the purpose of supporting other means of identification in the electoral procedure. Member States may habilitate the voting card for electronic voting. The Commission shall adopt implementing acts laying down the technical specifications for the implementation of paragraph 1 of this Article. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the advisory procedure referred to in Article 27a.
Amendment 427 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 1 All political parties and political movements and European electoral entities participating in elections to the European Parliament shall observe democratic procedures and transparency in selecting their candidates for election to the European Parliament, according to their national laws and ideological customs.
Amendment 428 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 1 All
Amendment 429 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 1 All political parties
Amendment 43 #
Motion for a resolution Recital H a (new) Ha. whereas the possibility of voting directly for European parties and movements through transnational lists could contribute positively to the construction of a European political space;
Amendment 430 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 1 All political parties and political movements
Amendment 431 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 1 a (new) A list shall be drawn up by an assembly of the political parties, electoral associations and European political entities that make the proposal. The assembly is either open to all members of the political parties, electoral associations and European political entities that have the right to vote or it is composed of representatives of all members of the political parties, electoral associations and European political entities that have the right to vote in the election to the European Parliament. The assembly shall take place not earlier than forty-two months after the beginning of the parliamentary term. The assembly may be held online. The assembly must be public. Candidates shall be given adequate opportunity to present themselves.
Amendment 432 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 1 b (new) A member of the political party, electoral associations and European political entity may file a reasoned complaint of non- compliance with the requirements laid down in this Article with the responsible national or the European Electoral Authority.
Amendment 433 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 2 Amendment 434 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 2 Amendment 435 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 2 Amendment 436 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 2 Amendment 437 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 2 The lists of candidates for election to the European Parliament shall ensure gender
Amendment 438 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 – paragraph 2 The lists of candidates for election to the European Parliament shall ensure gender parity. This shall be ensured through the
Amendment 439 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 10 a (new) Article 10a (new) Gender balance The lists of candidates for election to the European Parliament shall ensure gender parity meaning that the difference between male and female candidates shall not be greater than one. Lists shall alternate candidates by gender.
Amendment 44 #
Motion for a resolution Recital I I. whereas a functioning electoral system builds trust and support among the population and increases the confidence of citizens of the Union in their capacity to change society democratically by voting; whereas confidence can also be strengthened by additional democratic tools such as the ECI or the use of referendums on European issues and the respect of popular decisions;
Amendment 440 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 11 – paragraph 1 a (new) Amendment 441 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Each voter shall have two votes, one for the election of the members in the Union-wide constituency and one for the members in the relevant national or regional constituency.
Amendment 442 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 2 Amendment 443 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 2 2. Members of the European Parliament shall be elected as representatives of the citizens of the Union on the basis of proportional representation, in each Member State
Amendment 444 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 2 2. Members of the European Parliament shall be elected as representatives of the citizens of the Union on the basis of proportional representation, in each Member State
Amendment 445 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 2 2. Members of the European Parliament shall be elected as representatives of the citizens of the Union on the basis of proportional representation, in each Member State
Amendment 446 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 2 2. Members of the European Parliament shall be elected as representatives of the citizens of the Union on the basis of proportional representation, in each Member State
Amendment 447 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 2 2. Members of the European Parliament shall be elected as representatives of the citizens of the Union on the basis of proportional representation, in each Member State
Amendment 448 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 2 2. Members of the European
Amendment 449 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 3 3. In each Member State, Members of the European Parliament shall be elected using the list system or the single transferable vote. Member States may authorise voting based on a preferential list system in accordance with the procedure that they decide to adopt. Those Member States need to implement a preferential voting with an even number of female and male candidates in order to ensure parity.
Amendment 45 #
Motion for a resolution Recital J Amendment 450 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 3 3. In each Member State, Members of the European Parliament shall be elected
Amendment 451 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 4 Amendment 452 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 4 Amendment 453 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 4 Amendment 454 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 4 Amendment 455 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 4 Amendment 456 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 4 Amendment 457 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 4 Amendment 458 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 12 – paragraph 4 4. In the Union-wide constituency, Members of the European Parliament shall be elected using
Amendment 459 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 13 – paragraph 1 1. Member States
Amendment 46 #
Motion for a resolution Recital J J. whereas the conclusion of the ratification process for Council’s Decision 2018/994 of 13 July 2018 is still pending
Amendment 460 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 13 – paragraph 1 1. Member States may set a minimum threshold for the allocation of seats in the national constituencies.
Amendment 461 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 13 – paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Member States in which the list system is used shall set a minimum threshold for the allocation of seats for constituencies which comprise more than 35 seats. This threshold shall not be lower than 2 per cent, and shall not exceed 5 per cent, of the valid votes cast in the constituency concerned, including a single-constituency Member State.
Amendment 462 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 13 – paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Parties or groupings of parties representing recognized national and linguistic minorities shall be exempted from the minimum thresholds, provided they receive at least 50% of the votes necessary to obtain a seat.
Amendment 463 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 13 – paragraph 2 Amendment 464 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 13 – paragraph 2 Amendment 465 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 13 – paragraph 2 Amendment 466 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 13 – paragraph 2 Amendment 467 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 13 – paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. Member States shall take the measures necessary to comply with the obligation set out in paragraph 1 no later than in time for the elections to the European Parliament which follow the first ones taking place after the entry into force of Council Decision (EU, Euratom) 2018/994.
Amendment 468 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 14 – paragraph 1 In accordance with its specific national situation
Amendment 469 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 14 – paragraph 1 In accordance with its specific national situation
Amendment 47 #
Motion for a resolution Recital J J. whereas the conclusion of the ratification process for Council’s Decision 2018/994 of 13 July 2018 is still pending but
Amendment 470 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 14 – paragraph 1 a (new) The conditions for submitting a candidacy for the national constituencies shall be reasonable, fair, democratic, proportional and in accordance with the principles laid down by the Venice Commission Code of Good Practice in Electoral Matters.
Amendment 471 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 14 – paragraph 2 Each Member State shall regulate and set a ceiling for candidates' electoral campaigning expenses
Amendment 479 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 1 1. There shall be one constituency formed of the entire territory of the European Union from which
Amendment 48 #
Motion for a resolution Recital J J. whereas the
Amendment 480 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 2 2. The election in respect of the Union-wide constituency shall
Amendment 481 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 3 a (new) 3a. Every candidate of a European political party in a Member State shall have a substitute that is nominated according to the same principles and procedures.
Amendment 482 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 4 4. European political parties
Amendment 483 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 4 4. European political
Amendment 484 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 5 Amendment 485 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 5 5. No later than 12 weeks before Election day, the European electoral
Amendment 486 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 6 Amendment 487 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 6 Amendment 488 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 6 6. Whenever a candidacy is submitted by a European
Amendment 489 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 7 Amendment 49 #
Motion for a resolution Recital K K. whereas
Amendment 490 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 7 Amendment 491 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 7 Amendment 492 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 8 Amendment 493 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 8 Amendment 494 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 8 Amendment 495 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 9 9. The European Electoral Authority shall verify that the lists of candidates submitted meet the requirements set out in this
Amendment 496 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 9 a (new) 9a. The European Electoral Authority shall, upon receipt, examine the correctness and completeness of the registration. Where it identifies that the registration is incorrect or incomplete, it shall inform the persons of contact of the European electoral entity and request correct or additional documents within 10 natural days.
Amendment 497 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 10 10. No European
Amendment 498 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 10 10. No European electoral entity may submit more than one candidacy. National parties and national electoral associations may only support one pan-European list.
Amendment 499 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 11 Amendment 5 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 11 b (new) — having regard to Commission Communication (2021)101 of 3 March 2021 entitled "Union of Equality: Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030",
Amendment 50 #
Motion for a resolution Recital K K. whereas growing political momentum a
Amendment 500 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 11 11. The ballots comprising the list of candidates for the Union-wide constituency shall bear the name and logo of the respective European
Amendment 501 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 12 Amendment 502 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 13 13.
Amendment 503 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 13 13.
Amendment 504 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 13 13. For candidates living in a
Amendment 505 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 14 14.
Amendment 506 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 14 14. The lists of candidates for the
Amendment 507 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 15 Amendment 508 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 15 Amendment 509 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 15 Amendment 51 #
Motion for a resolution Recital K K. whereas growing political momentum and changing conditions among the Member States could offer the possibility of
Amendment 510 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 15 Amendment 511 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 15 15. The lists shall include candidates resident in
Amendment 512 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 16 Amendment 513 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 16 16. In order to ensure
Amendment 514 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 16 16. In order to ensure demographic balance in the list of candidates, an equal number of candidates shall appear successively from any of the Member States in each of the
Amendment 515 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 17 Amendment 516 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 17 Amendment 517 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 17 Amendment 518 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 17 17. The
Amendment 519 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 17 17. The order of candidates from any of the Member States in each of the
Amendment 52 #
Motion for a resolution Recital L L. whereas an appropriate approach to reforming the European electoral law should be based on respect for the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality and the introduction of recommendations for common minimum standards
Amendment 520 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 17 17. The order of candidates from any of the Member States in each of the five groups of Member States included in Annex
Amendment 521 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 17 a (new) 17a. The first position of the corresponding pan-European list of each electoral entity may be nominated as the candidate for the position of Commission President.
Amendment 522 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 18 Amendment 523 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 18 Amendment 524 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 18 Amendment 525 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 18 18.
Amendment 526 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 19 Amendment 527 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 19 19.
Amendment 528 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 20 20. European and national public broadcasters shall accord broadcasting time in proportion to the results of the preceding election to the Union-wide constituency, while ensuring a minimum broadcasting time for every
Amendment 529 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 21 21.
Amendment 53 #
Motion for a resolution Recital L L. whereas an appropriate approach to reforming the European electoral law should be based on respect for the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality and the introduction of common minimum democratic standards ;
Amendment 530 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 21 21. Member States shall forward the electoral results obtained by each list of candidates to the European Electoral Authority. The European Electoral Authority shall aggregate the national results and proclaim the candidates elected as members of the European Parliament a
Amendment 531 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 22 – introductory part 22.
Amendment 532 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 22 – introductory part 22. The allocation of seats based on the results of the scrutiny is carried out
Amendment 533 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 22 – point a Amendment 534 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 22 – point b Amendment 535 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 22 – point c Amendment 536 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 22 – point c a (new) (ca) To ensure that the transnational seats are truly European, a correction mechanism will be introduced so that the Members chosen via the transnational lists stem from all Member States. Starting from the 46th seat upwards candidates-elect will be substituted by the next candidate-elect of the same list originating from a Member State that has not yet been included in the results. Starting with a candidate from the least populated Member State until at least one of the Members elected on the European lists originates from each of the 27 Member States.
Amendment 537 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 22 – point c b (new) (cb) In order to prevent an overrepresentation of elected Members from the EU-wide constituency residing in a single Member State, there will be a ceiling of 6 seats for any given Member State rounded upwards. If more than 6 seats are filled with elected Members from a single Member State, the other Members-elect from the same Member State will be substituted by a candidate from the same European list who falls within the criterion of the ceiling.
Amendment 538 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 23 Amendment 539 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 23 23. In the event of death, resignation, or withdrawal of the mandate of a member of Parliament elected in the Union-wide constituency, the vacancy shall be filled by
Amendment 54 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M M. whereas the reform of the European Parliament's electoral procedure should aim to enhance the democratic
Amendment 540 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 23 23. In the event of death, resignation, loss of political rights or withdrawal of the mandate of a member of Parliament elected in the Union-wide constituency, the vacancy shall be filled by the next candidate
Amendment 541 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 15 – paragraph 24 Amendment 548 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – title Amendment 549 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 1 1. Each European electoral entity
Amendment 55 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M M. whereas the reform of the European Parliament's electoral procedure should aim to enhance the democratic and transnational public debate and dimension of the European elections and the democratic legitimacy of the Union decision-making process, reinforce
Amendment 550 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 1 1. Each European
Amendment 551 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 1 1. Each European electoral entity permitted by the European Electoral Authority to table a list of candidates for members of the European Parliament in the Union-wide constituency shall appoint a
Amendment 552 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 1 1. Each European electoral entity permitted by the European Electoral Authority to table a list of candidates for members of the European Parliament
Amendment 553 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 2 –subparagraph 1 2. The
Amendment 554 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 –paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 The
Amendment 555 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 3. The general election administrator shall register a bank account at least 12 weeks prior to the Election day. That bank account shall be opened in a financial entity domiciled in the same city in which the
Amendment 556 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 3. The general election administrator shall register a bank account at least 12 weeks prior to the Election day. That bank account shall be opened in a financial entity domiciled in the same
Amendment 557 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 All funds destined to finance electoral expenses shall be deposited and all expenses of the European electoral entity shall be paid from that bank account. This account shall be separate from the account used for the daily and administrative operations of the European Political Party, European political coalition or European electoral associations.
Amendment 558 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 4 Amendment 559 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 –paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 4. Without prejudice to Article 21(1) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 1141/2014, the electoral campaign of European electoral entities shall be
Amendment 56 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M M. whereas the reform of the European Parliament's electoral procedure should aim to enhance the democratic
Amendment 560 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 a (new) For the purposes of campaigning for an election to the European Parliament, any pan-European candidacy registered in accordance with the conditions and procedures laid down in this Regulation and which obtains 1% of the votes shall receive compensation from the general budget of the European Union conditional upon compliance with the relevant provisions in this Regulation.
Amendment 561 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 An
Amendment 562 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 An initial amount of EUR 0,50 shall be allocated for each vote obtained by the Union-wide constituency in the previous election to the European Parliament to those European electoral
Amendment 563 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 An initial amount of EUR 0,50 shall be allocated for each vote obtained
Amendment 564 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 –paragraph 4 –subparagraph 3 Amendment 565 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 –paragraph 4 –subparagraph 3 a (new) European electoral entities that have not received compensation in past elections may ask for a pre-financing of an amount corresponding to 1% of the total votes cast in the last elections. This amount shall be reimbursed if the electoral results yield in lower or no compensation.
Amendment 566 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 6 6. Within
Amendment 567 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 6 6. Within six months of the election, European
Amendment 568 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 7 a (new) 7a. The independent external bodies or experts referred to in point (b) of paragraph 6 shall be selected, mandated and paid by the Authority. They shall be duly authorised to audit accounts under the law applicable in the Member State in which they have their seat or establishment.
Amendment 569 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 8 8. The European electoral entities shall provide any information requested by the
Amendment 57 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M M. whereas the reform of the European Parliament's electoral procedure should aim to enhance the democratic and
Amendment 570 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 8 8. The European
Amendment 571 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 9 9. The
Amendment 572 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 9 a (new) 9a. Appropriations to be reserved for the funding of electoral campaigning by European electoral entities as defined in this Article shall be determined under the budgetary procedure and shall be implemented in accordance with this Regulation and the Financial Regulation. The details of the terms and conditions for contributions and grants as detailed in this article shall be laid down by the Authorising Officer of the European Parliament in the call for contributions and the call for proposals.
Amendment 573 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 9 b (new) 9b. Control of funding received from the general budget of the European Union and its use shall be exercised in accordance with the Financial Regulation. Control shall also be exercised on the basis of the certification by an external and independent audit, as provided for in paragraph 6.
Amendment 574 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 9 c (new) 9c. The Court of Auditors shall exercise its audit powers in accordance with Article 287 TFEU.
Amendment 575 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 9 d (new) 9d. Any document or information required by the Court of Auditors in order to enable it to carry out its task shall be supplied to it at its request by the European electoral entities that receive funding in accordance with this Regulation.
Amendment 576 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 9 e (new) 9e. The contribution and grant decision or agreement shall expressly provide for auditing by the Authority and the Court of Auditors, on the basis of records and on the spot, of the European electoral entity which has received a contribution from the general budget of the European Union.
Amendment 577 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 9 f (new) 9f. The Court of Auditors and the Authority, or any other external body authorised by the Authority, may carry out the necessary checks and verifications on the spot in order to verify the legality of expenditure and the proper implementation of the provisions of the contribution decision. The European electoral entity in question shall supply any document or information needed to carry out this task.
Amendment 578 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 9 g (new) 9g. OLAF may carry out investigations, including on-the-spot checks and inspections, in accordance with the provisions and procedures laid down in Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 883/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council and Council Regulation (Euratom, EC) No 2185/96, with a view to establishing whether there has been fraud, corruption or any other illegal activity affecting the financial interests of the Union in connection with contributions under this Regulation.
Amendment 579 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 10 Amendment 58 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M M. whereas the reform of the European Parliament's electoral procedure should aim to enhance the democratic and
Amendment 580 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 10 10.
Amendment 581 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 10 10. The Electoral Authority may impose sanctions of up to three times the amount irregularly spent by any European
Amendment 582 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 11 Amendment 583 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 11 11. Upon the findings of the European Court of Auditors, and where at least three infringements have been established, the European Electoral Authority
Amendment 584 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 11 11. Upon the findings of the European Court of Auditors, and where at least three infringements have been established, the European Electoral Authority may prevent the European
Amendment 585 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 – paragraph 11 11. Upon the findings of
Amendment 586 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 16 a (new) Article 16a Donations Pan-European candidacies may accept donations only from EU citizens of up to a value of EUR 3.500 per campaign and per donor. Candidacies shall report to the Authority on a weekly basis a list of all donors with their corresponding donations, indicating the value of the individual donations. The names of donors and their corresponding donations, with the exception of donations the value of which does not exceed EUR 300 per donor, which shall be reported as 'minor donations', shall be published on the Authority’s website on a weekly basis. Donors shall be entitled to receiving proof of their donation.
Amendment 587 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 1 1. Electoral campaigning shall not start until eight weeks before Election day. Electoral campaigning comprises, in particular, the request of a vote for an election to the European Parliament by way of print or digital material and other formats of public communication, media advertising, and public events. Electoral campaign materials shall include
Amendment 588 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 1 1. Electoral campaigning shall not start until eight weeks before Election day. Electoral campaigning comprises, in particular, the request of a vote for an election to the European Parliament by way of print or digital material and other formats of public communication, media advertising, and public events. Electoral campaign materials shall include a
Amendment 589 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 1 1. Electoral campaigning shall not start until eight weeks before Election day. Electoral campaigning comprises, in particular, the request of a vote for an election to the European Parliament by way of print or digital material and other formats of public communication, media advertising, and public events. Electoral campaign materials shall include a reference to the manifesto of the European
Amendment 59 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M M. whereas the reform of the European Parliament's electoral procedure should aim to enhance the democratic
Amendment 590 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Electoral campaign materials shall be accessible to persons with disabilities in accordance with Directive (EU) 2019/882.
Amendment 591 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 2. In the national constituencies, the ballot papers used in elections to the European Parliament shall give equal visibility to the names and logos of national parties and
Amendment 592 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 2.
Amendment 593 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17– paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 2. In the national constituencies, the ballot papers used in elections to the European Parliament shall give equal visibility to the names and logos of national parties and if applicable, national political movements, and to those of the European political parties, European political movements,
Amendment 594 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 a (new) The ballot papers for each candidacy may not be different within the same national constituency.
Amendment 595 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 b (new) The ballot papers of electoral coalitions shall contain the following information: the name, acronym and symbol of the coalition presenting the candidacy and the complete list of the names of the candidates and alternates, in the order in which they are to be placed.
Amendment 596 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 Member States shall encourage and facilitate the provision of those affiliations in television and radio campaign broadcasts and on electoral campaign materials. Regarding polls, Member States shall implement a European electoral reserve period two weeks before the elections.
Amendment 597 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. The Commission shall adopt implementing acts laying down further technical specifications for the ballot paper. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the advisory procedure referred to in Article 27a.
Amendment 598 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 4 Amendment 599 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 4 Amendment 6 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 — having regard to the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (Charter), and in particular Articles 11, 21, 23 and 39 thereof,
Amendment 60 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M a (new) Amendment 600 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 4 Amendment 601 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 4 Amendment 602 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 4 Amendment 603 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 4 4. Member States shall ensure that European electoral entities are given
Amendment 604 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 4 4. Member States shall ensure that European
Amendment 605 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 17 – paragraph 4 4. Member States shall ensure that European electoral entities are given equal treatment and opportunities as national parties and national
Amendment 606 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 18 – paragraph 1 1. Each Member State shall designate a contact authority responsible for exchanging
Amendment 607 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 18 – paragraph 1 1. Each Member State shall designate a contact authority responsible for
Amendment 608 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 18 – paragraph 1 1. Each Member State shall designate a contact authority responsible for exchanging data on voters and candidates with its counterparts in the other Member States
Amendment 609 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 18 – paragraph 1 1. Each Member State shall designate a contact authority responsible for exchanging data
Amendment 61 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M b (new) Mb. whereas all Member States that have joined the European Union after the adoption of the Copenhagen criteria were encouraged and expected to sign and ratify the Framework Convention on the Protection of National Minorities, Article 15 of which foresees that “The Parties shall create the conditions necessary for the effective participation of persons belonging to national minorities in cultural, social and economic life and in public affairs, in particular those affecting them.”
Amendment 610 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 18 – paragraph 2 Amendment 611 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 18 – paragraph 2 Amendment 612 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 18 – paragraph 2 2. The national authority referred to in paragraph 1 shall, in accordance with the applicable EU law concerning the protection of personal data, begin transmitting to
Amendment 613 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 Amendment 614 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 – paragraph 1 1. Elections to the European Parliament shall be held on
Amendment 615 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 – paragraph 1 1. Elections to the European Parliament shall be held
Amendment 616 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 – paragraph 1 1. Elections to the European Parliament
Amendment 617 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 – paragraph 1 1. Elections to the European Parliament shall be held on 9 May of the last year of a parliamentary term, as referred to in Article 20. The election shall open at 08:00 hours local time and end in all Member States by 21:00 hours local time on that day.
Amendment 618 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 – paragraph 1 a (new) Amendment 619 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 – paragraph 2 Amendment 62 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M c (new) Mc. whereas the Venice Commission has dealt extensively with the basic principles and good practices related to the representation of national minorities, issuing recommendations and acknowledging especially the role of guaranteed reserved seats for members of national minorities, lower electoral thresholds in proportional electoral systems for parties representing national minorities or the designation of electoral districts with the purpose to enhance the minorities' participation in the decision- making processes1a; whereas it pointed out that while a proportional electoral system is believed to offer more guarantees for minorities, this positive effect is neutralised if it is accompanied by thresholds, which considerably reduce the chances of minorities to be represented; __________________ 1a Compilation of Venice Commission Opinions and Reports Concerning Electoral Systems and National Minorities CDL-PI(2019)004 *, in particular its Report on Electoral Law and National Minorities CDL-INF (2000)
Amendment 620 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 – paragraph 2 2. Member States may not
Amendment 621 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 – paragraph 2 2. Member States may not officially make public the results of their count until after
Amendment 622 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 – paragraph 3 Amendment 623 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 – paragraph 3 Amendment 624 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 a (new) Article 19a Determination of the election result The election results shall be proclaimed by the European Electoral Authority, building on the information provided for by the Member State Authorities. The Authority may not make public preliminary official results until after the close of polling in the Member State whose electors are the last to vote until the time indicated in Article 19.
Amendment 625 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 19 b (new) Article 19b Publication of the election result The official election result shall be published in the Official Journal of the European Union.
Amendment 626 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 20 – paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. The powers of the outgoing European Parliament shall cease upon the opening of the first part-session of the new European Parliament.
Amendment 627 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 22 – paragraph 1 The European
Amendment 628 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 22 – paragraph 2 For this purpose it shall take note of the results declared officially by the Member States and by the
Amendment 629 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 22 – paragraph 2 Amendment 63 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M d (new) Md. whereas the importance of the electoral process for facilitating the participation of minorities in the political sphere is also emphasised by "The (OSCE) Lund Recommendations on the effective participation of national minorities in public life";
Amendment 630 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 22 – paragraph 2 For this purpose it shall take note of the results declared officially by the Member States
Amendment 631 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 22 – paragraph 2 For this purpose it shall take note of the results declared officially by the Member States
Amendment 632 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 24 Amendment 633 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 25 – paragraph 2 2. Members of the European Parliament shall enjoy the privileges and immunities applicable to them by virtue of Protocol (No 7) on the privileges and immunities of the European Union, annexed to the Treaty on European Union, the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union and the Treaty establishing the European Atomic Energy Community, from the moment of the official declaration of their election to the European Parliament.
Amendment 634 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 25 – paragraph 2 2. Candidates who have been officially declared elected and Members of the European Parliament shall enjoy the privileges and immunities applicable to them by virtue of Protocol (No 7) on the privileges and immunities of the European Union, annexed to the Treaty on European Union, the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union and the Treaty establishing the European Atomic Energy Community.
Amendment 635 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 2 2. Subject to the other provisions of this Regulation and, in the case of members elected in a national constituency, each Member State shall lay down appropriate procedures for filling any seat which falls vacant during the parliamentary term as referred to in Article 20, for the remainder of that period. This shall apply mutatis mutandis in the event that the number of members of the European Parliament elected in a Member State increases following the withdrawal of another Member State from the European Union.
Amendment 636 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 3 3. Where the law of a Member State makes explicit provision for the withdrawal of the mandate of a member of the European Parliament, that mandate shall end pursuant to those legal provisions. The competent national authorities shall inform the European Parliament and the Authority thereof.
Amendment 637 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 4 4. Where a seat falls vacant as a result of resignation or death, the President of the European Parliament shall immediately inform the Authority and the competent authorities of the Member State concerned thereof.
Amendment 638 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 5 Amendment 639 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 5 Amendment 64 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M e (new) Amendment 640 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 5 Amendment 641 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 5 Amendment 642 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 5 Amendment 643 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1 5. Where Parliament establishes a vacancy of a seat of a member elected from the Union-wide constituency, the President shall inform the European Electoral Authority thereof, and invite it to fill the seat without delay for the remainder of the five-year term of office referred to in Article 20.
Amendment 644 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 –paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2 Amendment 645 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2 Amendment 646 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2 Vacancies of seats of members elected from the Union-wide constituency shall be filled by the next candidate in the relevant list
Amendment 647 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2 a (new) This shall apply mutatis mutandis in the event that the number of members of the European Parliament elected from the Union-wide constituency increases following the withdrawal of a Member State from the European Union.
Amendment 648 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 – paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. The Parliament may on the request of the member concerned, and in full agreement with the Member State concerned or the Electoral authority, propose a temporary replacement for a member linked to parental leave or a severe illness.
Amendment 649 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 26 a (new) Article 26a Maternity, paternity or parental leave 1. A seat shall fall temporarily vacant when the member of the European Parliament temporarily cannot carry out his or her mandate due to his or her absence due to maternity, parental or sick leave for the duration of this maternity, parental or sick leave. 2. When a seat of a member of the European Parliament falls temporarily vacant because of maternity, paternity or parental leave that member shall be temporarily replaced by the next candidate on the relevant list for the duration of this maternity, parental or sick leave.
Amendment 65 #
Motion for a resolution Recital M f (new) Mf. whereas across the EU there are various good practices fostering the participation of national minorities in national elections such as in Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Romania and Slovenia; whereas in European elections in Belgium the German speaking region constitutes a separate constituency and in Italy the lists of the French, German and Slovene linguistic minorities may be linked to a national list, in which case the votes of the linguistic list will be added to those of the national list, obtaining one of its seats if a linguistic candidate receives at least 50,000 votes;
Amendment 654 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 1 1. A European Electoral Authority is hereby established for the purpose of
Amendment 655 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 1 1. A
Amendment 656 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 1 1. A European Electoral Authority is hereby established for the purpose of coordinating the exchange of information on the European elections across the EU, monitoring the implementation of this Regulation and supervising the exchange of information on citizens of the Union voting outside their home country
Amendment 657 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 1 1. A European Electoral Authority is hereby established for the purpose of coordinating the exchange of information on the European elections across the EU, monitoring the implementation of this Regulation and supervising the exchange of information on citizens of the Union voting outside their home country
Amendment 658 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 1 1. A European Electoral Authority (the ‘Authority’) is hereby established for the purpose of: a) coordinating the exchange of information on the European elections across the EU,
Amendment 659 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 2. The
Amendment 66 #
Motion for a resolution Recital N Amendment 660 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 2. The Authority shall have legal personality. It shall be independent and shall exercise its functions in full compliance with this Regulation.
Amendment 661 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 Amendment 662 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 Amendment 663 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 The
Amendment 664 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 The Authority shall exercise all the functions related to the electoral process of the Union-wide constituency and liaise with the authorities referred to in Article 18. It may also provide assistance in case of difficulties related to the interpretation of the lists submitted by the National authorities.
Amendment 665 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3 Amendment 666 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3 Amendment 667 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3 The
Amendment 668 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3 The Union-wide constituency lists of candidates shall be submitted to the Authority, who shall verify that the conditions laid down in this Regulation are fully met. The Authority shall establish and manage a Register of the different Union- wide constituency lists submitted by the European
Amendment 669 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 4 Amendment 67 #
Motion for a resolution Recital O Amendment 670 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 5 In its decisions,
Amendment 671 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. The European Electoral Authority supervises the correct implementation of this Regulation by the competent national authorities. Where the competent authority of a Member State fails to correctly implement this Regulation, the Authority retains the power to instruct the relevant national authority with the correct implementation of this Regulation.
Amendment 672 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. The Authority works in close coordination with Union structures created to identify and counter disinformation, in particular through the dissemination of fact-based messages and renewed efforts to promote media literacy.
Amendment 673 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 2 b (new) 2b. Without prejudice to the provisions included in this Regulation, the European Parliament and the Council shall lay down provisions governing the Authority.
Amendment 674 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 3 Amendment 675 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 –paragraph 3 Amendment 676 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 3. The Authority shall be composed of one member appointed by each Member State
Amendment 677 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 3. The Authority shall be composed of one member appointed by each Member State
Amendment 678 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 Amendment 679 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 The members of the Authority shall
Amendment 68 #
Motion for a resolution Recital O O. whereas the right of all citizens of the Union to participate, on an equal basis, in the democratic life of the Union would be promoted by a genuine harmonisation of the procedure for elections to the European Parliament in all the Member States
Amendment 680 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 The members of the Authority shall be independent in the performance of their duties. They shall not be members of the European Parliament, hold any electoral mandate or be a current or former employee of any EU institution or of any European political party or movement, or of any European political foundation.
Amendment 681 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 The members of the Authority shall not be members of the European Parliament, national parliament or government, hold any electoral mandate or be a current
Amendment 682 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 The members of the
Amendment 683 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 a (new) Members of the Authority shall be independent in the performance of their duties. They shall neither seek nor take instructions from any institution or government or from any other body, office or agency, and shall refrain from any act which is incompatible with the nature of their duties.
Amendment 684 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 Amendment 685 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 Amendment 686 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 4. The Authority shall be represented by its president
Amendment 687 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 4. The Authority shall be represented by its president who shall
Amendment 688 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 Amendment 689 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 If
Amendment 69 #
Motion for a resolution Recital O O. whereas the right of all citizens of the Union to participate, on an equal basis, in the democratic life of the Union would be promoted by a
Amendment 690 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 3 Amendment 691 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 3 The
Amendment 692 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 4 Amendment 693 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 5 Amendment 694 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 5 The five-year term of the Authority shall begin 30 days after the beginning of the parliamentary term as referred to in Article 20, except for the first term of the Authority which will start a year before the elections of 2024 and will exceptionally last 6 years.
Amendment 695 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 5 The five-year term of the Authority shall begin
Amendment 696 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 6 Amendment 697 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 5 Amendment 698 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 5 Amendment 699 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 5 5. The Authority shall
Amendment 7 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 a (new) — having regard to the European Pillar of Social Rights, and in particular its principle 1,
Amendment 70 #
Motion for a resolution Recital O O. whereas the right of all citizens of the Union to participate, on an equal basis, in the democratic life of the Union would be promoted by a
Amendment 700 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 6 6.
Amendment 701 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 6 6. The Authority shall submit a report to the European Parliament on the organisation of the European elections and on the implementation of this Regulation and the attainment of its aims, within
Amendment 702 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 7 Amendment 703 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 7 Amendment 704 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 7. The European Electoral Authority shall be financed by the general bu
Amendment 705 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 7. The European Electoral Authority shall be financed by the general bu
Amendment 706 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 2 Amendment 707 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 27 a (new) Article 27a Committee procedure 1. For the purpose of implementing Articles 14, 15 and 27 of this Regulation, the Commission shall be assisted by a committee. That committee shall be a committee within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011. 2. Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 4 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.
Amendment 708 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 28 A
Amendment 709 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 28 A
Amendment 71 #
Motion for a resolution Recital P P. whereas European political parties
Amendment 710 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 28 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 1141/2014 Article 21 - paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 1 “1. Subject to the second subparagraph, the funding of European political parties from the general budget of the European Union or from any other source may be used to finance campaigns conducted by the European
Amendment 711 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 30 Amendment 712 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 30 Amendment 713 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 30 Amendment 714 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 30 Amendment 715 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 30 Amendment 716 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 30 Amendment 717 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 30 For the purposes of the provisions of Article 16(4) second subparagraph, and as regards only the 2024 election to the European Parliament in the Union-wide constituency, the electoral financing in favour of European
Amendment 718 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 30 For the purposes of the provisions of Article 16(4) second subparagraph, and as regards only the 2024 election to the European Parliament in the Union-wide constituency, the electoral financing in favour of European electoral entities shall be calculated on the basis of aggregating the total number of votes cast for the national political parties and national
Amendment 719 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 30 For the purposes of the provisions of Article 16(4) second subparagraph, and as regards only the 2024 election to the European Parliament
Amendment 72 #
Motion for a resolution Recital P P. whereas European political parties are best placed to "contribute to forming European political awareness" and should therefore play a stronger role in the campaigns for Parliament elections in order to improve their visibility and to make clear the link between a vote for a particular national party and the impact it has on the size of a European political group in the European Parliament, and on the nomination of the President of the European Commission;
Amendment 720 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 32 Amendment 721 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 32 Amendment 722 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 32 The list of Member States in each of the
Amendment 723 #
Motion for a resolution Annex to the motion for a resolution – Article 32 – subparagraph 1 a (new) No later than one year after each European election, the European Parliament shall, after consultation with the Authority, present a report on the overall functioning of this Regulation accompanied, if appropriate, by a legislative proposal to amend this Regulation. The report shall, in particular, assess how far the European element of the application of Article 3, Article 7, Article 8, Article 14 and Article 15 of this Regulation can be improved.
Amendment 724 #
Motion for a resolution Annex 1 – TABLE – 27 EU MEMBER STATES BY POPULATION CATEGORIES Amendment 725 #
Motion for a resolution Annex 1 – TABLE – 27 EU MEMBER STATES BY POPULATION CATEGORIES Amendment 726 #
Motion for a resolution Annex 1 – TABLE – 27 EU MEMBER STATES BY POPULATION CATEGORIES Amendment 729 #
Motion for a resolution Annex 3 – Practical example of Transnational list using the five categories group with 46 seats Amendment 73 #
Motion for a resolution Recital P P. whereas European political parties and movements are best placed to "contribute to forming European political awareness" and should therefore play a stronger role in the campaigns for Parliament elections in order to improve their visibility and to make clear the link between a vote for a particular national party and the impact it has on the size of a European political group in the European Parliament;
Amendment 730 #
Motion for a resolution Annex 3 – Practical example of Transnational list using the five categories group with 46 seats Amendment 731 #
Motion for a resolution Annex 3 – Practical example of Transnational list using the five categories group with 46 seats Amendment 74 #
Motion for a resolution Recital Q Q. whereas the procedure for nominating candidates for elections to the European Parliament varies considerably from Member State to Member State and from party to party
Amendment 75 #
Motion for a resolution Recital Q Q. whereas the procedure for nominating candidates for elections to the European Parliament varies considerably from Member State to Member State and from party to party, in particular as regards transparency and democratic standards
Amendment 76 #
Motion for a resolution Recital S a (new) Sa. whereas in certain Member States the ballot papers containing the list of candidates for the elections to the European Parliament may be misleading, since political parties or coalitions are allowed in certain territories within a single national constituency to indicate on the ballot paper only the names of certain candidates and alternates and to indicate a name, acronym or symbol other than that of the political party or coalition; whereas this situation is contrary to the most elementary requirements of transparency and democracy in elections;
Amendment 77 #
Motion for a resolution Recital T Amendment 78 #
Motion for a resolution Recital T Amendment 79 #
Motion for a resolution Recital T Amendment 8 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 b (new) — having regard to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and in particular Article 25 thereof,
Amendment 80 #
Motion for a resolution Recital T T. whereas
Amendment 81 #
Motion for a resolution Recital T T. whereas the establishment of a joint constituency in which lists are headed by each political family’s candidate for the post of President of the Commission would greatly strengthen European democracy and further legitimise the election of the
Amendment 82 #
Motion for a resolution Recital T T. whereas the establishment of a joint constituency in which lists are headed by each political family’s candidate for the post of President of the Commission
Amendment 83 #
Motion for a resolution Recital T T. whereas the establishment of a joint constituency in which lists are headed by each political family’s candidate for the post of President of the Commission would
Amendment 84 #
Motion for a resolution Recital T T. whereas the establishment of a
Amendment 85 #
Motion for a resolution Recital T a (new) Ta. whereas proposals to introduce a joint constituency have been repeatedly rejected by the European Parliament, and whereas such a measure would increase the complexity of the EU electoral system;
Amendment 86 #
Motion for a resolution Recital T b (new) Tb. whereas national and local constituencies enable candidates to forge links with their voters; whereas such links are likely to increase citizens’ interest in European issues;
Amendment 87 #
Motion for a resolution Recital U U. whereas
Amendment 88 #
Motion for a resolution Recital U U. whereas not all Member States give
Amendment 89 #
Motion for a resolution Recital V V. whereas many
Amendment 9 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 c (new) — having regard to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), and in particular Article 29 thereof,
Amendment 90 #
Motion for a resolution Recital V V. whereas any barriers to the right to vote for persons with disabilities, especially legal barriers for adults with intellectual disabilities declared legally incapacitated should be removed,
Amendment 91 #
Motion for a resolution Recital V V. whereas any barriers to the right to vote and stand as candidate for persons with disabilities, especially legal barriers for adults with
Amendment 92 #
Motion for a resolution Recital V V. whereas any barriers to the right to vote for persons with disabilities, especially legal barriers for adults with intellectual disabilities declared legally incapacitated, should be removed,
Amendment 93 #
Motion for a resolution Recital V V. whereas any barriers to the right to vote for persons with disabilities,
Amendment 94 #
Motion for a resolution Recital V a (new) Va. whereas other democratic tools can also be used to improve voter turnout, such as the inclusion of blank ballots or citizens' consultations between elections, such as referendums;
Amendment 95 #
Motion for a resolution Recital W Amendment 96 #
Motion for a resolution Recital W Amendment 97 #
Motion for a resolution Recital W Amendment 98 #
Motion for a resolution Recital W W. whereas a
Amendment 99 #
Motion for a resolution Recital W W. whereas an electoral authority, acting as a network of Member States' single contact authorities, should be set up at Union level, as this would facilitate access to information on the rules governing the European elections, as well as streamlining the process,
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