Improving the European electoral process for future elections

The European Parliament analyzes the results of the 2024 European elections and proposes improvements for future electoral processes. This adopted text examines citizen participation, voting accessibility, and the need for better harmonization of electoral procedures across the Union. The document comes at a crucial time for strengthening European democracy.

Context and objectives

Building on the EU Treaties, the Charter of Fundamental Rights, and existing electoral legislation, the text aims to analyze the 2024 European elections and identify areas for improvement. Objectives include increasing citizen participation, ensuring voting accessibility for all, and harmonizing electoral procedures among member states.

Key measures

• Analysis of electoral participation and identification of administrative barriers
• Promotion of harmonization of minimum voting age and eligibility between member states
• Improvement of data collection on participation of vulnerable groups
• Development of a common framework for European election campaigns
• Combating disinformation and ensuring transparency of political advertising
• Facilitating voting for EU citizens residing in another member state

Timeline and implementation

Recommendations will be considered for the next European elections in 2029. Implementation will require coordinated action between the European Parliament, European Commission, and member states. Progress monitoring will be conducted through periodic reports and evaluations of the implementation of proposed measures.

Impact for citizens and stakeholders

Citizens will benefit from more accessible and transparent electoral processes. Young people and vulnerable groups will have more participation opportunities. Political parties will operate in a more harmonized framework for cross-border campaigns. National authorities will collaborate more closely on preventing multiple voting and improving electoral data exchange.