Commission President-elect: College of Commissioners & programme

This resolution expresses strong criticism from the European Parliament regarding the process of electing the new European Commission. It highlights alleged violations of the Parliament's own rules and a lack of transparency in vetting the Commissioners-designate and their programmes.

The resolution specifically affects the Commissioners-designate, the President-elect of the Commission, and the European Parliament itself. It suggests that the integrity of the vetting process has been compromised, potentially impacting the legitimacy of the new Commission.

Key changes and obligations highlighted include condemnation of procedural violations, a call for revised financial interest declaration templates, and a demand for stronger parliamentary scrutiny. The resolution also criticizes the perceived lack of gender balance and the high salaries of Commissioners.

The Parliament urges immediate internal reforms to safeguard the vetting process, including mandatory enforcement of timelines and improved transparency. It warns that continued erosion of Parliament's role risks repeating past institutional crises.