Appendices - European institutions and decision-making - Decision-making in the European Union

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What actors propose new legislation and who pass the laws?

  • Propose new legislation: European Commission
  • Pass new law: Council + Parliament

What is laid down in treaties?

The rules and procedures for EU decision-making

What are the 3 main legislative procedures?

  • Co-decision: approval form both the Parliament and the Council
  • Consultation (overleg): Parliament can accept/reject and suggest amendments
  • Assent (instemming): Parliament can accept/reject
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What is enhanced cooperations?

A group of countries can act together without all 27 necessarily participating (example: Schengen)

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