On the revision of the Framework Agreement on relations between the European Parliament and the European Commission
A-10-2026-0031
Committee on Constitutional Affairs · Rapporteur: Sven Simon
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Parliament approves the revised Framework Agreement on relations with the Commission, which strengthens democratic accountability, transparency, and Parliament's oversight role.¶¶ The agreement affirms equal treatment of Parliament and Council, improves information flow, and enhances scrutiny over legislation, international agreements, and emergency measures.¶¶¶
Committee position. The Committee on Constitutional Affairs proposes that Parliament approve the revised Framework Agreement, welcoming its improvements and expecting full compliance.¶¶¶
Key points
- Approves the revised Framework Agreement, considering it an institutional advance that strengthens political responsibility and legitimacy.¶¶
- Affirms equal treatment of Parliament and Council, with the Commission as an honest broker ensuring comprehensive, timely information flow.¶
- Requires the President-elect to present detailed information on the incoming College's composition and structure.¶
- Ensures Commission impact assessments are transparent and independent, and regrets failures to justify missing assessments.¶¶
- Strengthens political accountability by ensuring Commissioners' presence in plenary and committees, with high-ranking officials only as substitutes when not required.¶¶¶
- Requires Commissioners to attend committee meetings to discuss intended proposal withdrawals and to justify urgent requests in writing.¶¶
- Mandates comprehensive justification and information for proposals based on Article 122 TFEU, including urgency, scope, and budgetary impact.¶
- Strengthens Parliament's right of initiative under Article 225 TFEU, including follow-up on requests and proposals to amend or repeal legislation.¶
- Improves information flow on international agreements at all negotiation stages, enhancing democratic accountability in external policy.¶
- Commits to fostering a parliamentary culture ensuring attendance at plenary sessions for meaningful exchange.¶
- Expects full compliance with the Agreement and calls for regular monitoring of its implementation from entry into force.¶