The budgetary procedure of the European Parliament refers to the process through which the Parliament exercises its powers in relation to the European Union’s budget. Guided by the principles outlined in Article 310 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU), this pivotal process is overseen by the Parliament. The intricate procedure, delineated within the framework of the Financial Regulation, is meticulously crafted to empower the Parliament in its role regarding the allocation and approval of the Union’s financial resources. Governed by stringent legislative guidelines, the budgetary procedure embodies fundamental principles of transparency, accountability, and democratic scrutiny.
The exercise of budgetary powers entails determining the overall amount and distribution of the annual EU expenditure, as well as the revenue necessary to cover it, and exercising control over budget implementation. This involves several key steps:
1. Draft Budget: The Parliament and the Council establish guidelines on budget priorities. The Commission then drafts the budget and submits it to both the Parliament and the Council, with some flexibility in timing for modifications.
2. Adoption of the Council’s Position: The Council adopts its position on the draft budget and provides a full explanation of its decision to Parliament.
3. Parliament’s Position: 3. Parliament’s Position: Parliament has a 42-day window to respond. It can endorse the Council’s position, resulting in automatic budget adoption, or propose amendments. However, if an absolute majority of the MEPs adopts amendments, the Parliament sends a revised draft to the Council. Then the President of the Parliament convenes a meeting of the Conciliation Committee, which aims to find an agreement on the final budget. If the Council approves the amendments within 10 days, the committee does not meet.
4. Meeting of the Conciliation Committee and Adoption of the Budget: The Committee has 21 days to agree on a joint text, requiring qualified majority decisions from the Council and majority votes from Parliament’s representatives. The Commission assists in reconciling positions. If no agreement is reached, the Commission submits a new draft. Otherwise, Parliament and the Council have 14 days to approve the joint text.
5. Supplementary and Amending Budgets: In unavoidable or exceptional circumstances, the Commission may propose draft amending budgets, subject to the same rules as the general budget.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the budgetary procedure of the European Parliament is a complex and important process implemented to ensure the effective management of European funds and budget. Through a five-step procedure, the Parliament exercises its powers in a manner that upholds transparency and accountability in the allocation and utilisation of Union funds.
Bibliography
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/factsheets/en/sheet/10/the-budgetary-procedure
Article 314 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU)
Budgetary Procedure: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/pdf/budget/budgetary_procedure_en.pdf
Written by Marilena Martucci
Born and raised in Fasano, Italy, she developed a deep fascination for linguistics and diverse modes of communication. Her academic journey commenced with a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and Intercultural Communication in Bari, followed by advanced studies in Linguistics and Translation in Pisa. Fueled by her passion for Portuguese culture and language, she embarked on two enriching Erasmus experiences in Coimbra and Lisbon. After completing her Master’s degree, she settled in Lisbon, immersing herself in the fields of Journalism and Communication while continuously refining her expertise in languages and translation. Specialising in medical translation, she furthered her academic pursuits by studying Economics and Communication. She transitioned to a career in translation as Schuman Trainee at the European Parliament, focusing on terminology. Beyond her professional life, she enjoys exploring new cuisines, cooking, dancing, and indulging in literature.
欧洲议会的预算程序是指议会在欧盟预算方面行使权力的过程。在《欧洲联盟运作条约》第310条所述原则的指导下,这一关键进程由议会监督。在《财政条例》框架内规定的复杂程序是精心制定的,目的是使议会能够在分配和批准欧盟财政资源方面发挥作用。预算程序受严格的立法指导方针的支配,体现了透明度、问责制和民主审查的基本原则。
预算权的行使需要确定欧盟年度支出的总额和分配,以及支付该支出所需的收入,并对预算执行情况进行控制。这涉及几个关键步骤:
1.预算草案:议会和理事会确定预算优先事项的指导方针。然后,委员会起草预算并提交议会和理事会,在修改时间上有一定的灵活性。
2.通过理事会的立场:理事会通过其对预算草案的立场,并向议会充分解释其决定。
3.议会的立场:3。议会的立场:议会有42天的时间作出回应。它可以赞同理事会的立场,从而自动通过预算,或提出修正案。但是,如果欧洲议会议员的绝对多数通过修正案,议会将向理事会提交修订草案。然后,议会议长召集和解委员会会议,目的是就最后预算达成协议。如果理事会在10天内批准修正案,委员会就不开会。
4.调解委员会会议和通过预算:委员会有21天的时间商定一份联合案文,需要理事会的限定多数决定和议会代表的多数票。委员会协助协调立场。如果没有达成协议,委员会将提交一份新的草案。否则,议会和理事会有14天的时间批准联合案文。
5.补充预算和修正预算:在不可避免或特殊情况下,欧盟委员会可提出修正预算草案,但须遵守与总预算相同的规则。
结论
总之,欧洲议会的预算程序是一个复杂而重要的过程,旨在确保欧洲资金和预算的有效管理。议会通过五步程序行使权力,在分配和使用联盟资金方面坚持透明度和问责制。
书目
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/factsheets/en/sheet/10/the-budgetary-procedure
《欧洲联盟运作条约》第314条
预算程序:https://www.europarl.europa.eu/pdf/budget/budgetary_procedure_en.pdf
作者:Marilena Martucci
她在意大利法萨诺出生并长大,对语言学和多种交流模式产生了浓厚的兴趣。她的学术之旅始于巴里的语言学和跨文化交际学士学位,随后在比萨进行语言学和翻译的高级研究。在对葡萄牙文化和语言的热情的推动下,她在科英布拉和里斯本开始了两次丰富的伊拉斯谟体验。完成硕士学位后,她定居在里斯本,沉浸在新闻和传播领域,同时不断完善她在语言和翻译方面的专业知识。她专攻医学翻译,并通过学习经济学和传播学来进一步发展她的学术追求。她在欧洲议会担任舒曼培训生,专注于术语翻译。除了她的职业生活,她喜欢探索新的美食,烹饪,舞蹈,并沉迷于文学。
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