European Parliament positions 

Only the texts adopted in plenary represent the official position of the European Parliament.

Texts adopted in committee represent the view of the Committee.

Preparatory documents represent the view of the MEP that has signed the document.

Anyone can check the status of any legislative work and find preparatory drafts, suggested changes and possible minority positions through the so-called Legislative Train Schedule and on the Legislative Observatory.

Also available online are

• the results of nominative votes in plenary
• the minutes of plenary debates
• and the plenary agenda

Some concrete examples on the impact of EU legislation for EU citizens and regions can be found on the What Europe Does for Me website.