Dear all,
we were asked for clarifications about the voting rules for the first round. Thus, we decided to ask you for the following:
- Teams shall select the issues that should be negotiated for the final proposals (such as emission reduction targets for 2030).
- In all other respects, the member states and the EP are supposed to agree with the proposals drafted by the Commission as they are.
In general, we expect that "voting" would lead to a common position that would identify where the position is similar and where there are strong differences that need to be negotiated.
Voting rules:
- Majority voting (4:1) possible for the issues related to the European Green Deal (that is, if only one group vetoes, the position is passed).
- Financial terms (linked to MFF) - position has to be accepted unanimously.
Thus, if any group proposes for future negotiations any finance-related issue, it should be reflected in the policy proposals.
We hope that helps!
Jaromir