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A9-109-2: Strengthening and Safeguarding Free Movement within the European Union and the Future of Schengen

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Metadata of the amendment
Motion:Strengthening and Safeguarding Free Movement within the European Union and the Future of Schengen
Proposer:Paola Zamboni (JEF France)
Status:Screened
Submitted:Yesterday, 22:30

Motion text

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citizens benefit from their welfare and social rights when dealing with lower local authorities according to the principle of subsidiarity.

13. Calls on the European Commission to adopt clear guidelines clarifying the notion of “serious threat” under the Schengen Borders Code in order to prevent its overly broad or abusive interpretation by Member States;

Reason

The vague and flexible interpretation of “serious threat” has enabled Member States to justify repeated and prolonged border controls, contributing to their de facto normalisation. Clear EU-level guidelines would ensure consistent application of the Schengen Borders Code and prevent misuse of exceptional measures.