Source: European Parliament
The Commission will continue to use all the means at its disposal to ensure the correct application of EU free movement law, including addressing specific difficulties preventing LGBTIQ people and their families from enjoying their rights. In each specific case, the Commission makes use of the tools considered most effective for ensuring the protection of rights.
The Commission has been raising awareness about the Coman judgment[1] (C-673/16) since its delivery by the Court, and has been monitoring its implementation in all Member States, in particular through discussions in dedicated fora.
The Commission is in contact with Romania regarding its application of EU free movement law. While the impact of the provisions of national law under discussion may be greater for rainbow families, they have a broader scope and must be addressed in their entirety.
The Commission understands that a draft legislation relevant to these discussions is currently under discussion in the Romanian Parliament, and will continue to closely monitor the developments.
The Commission is also closely monitoring the implementation of the Mirin judgment[2] ( C-4/23) , delivered on 4 October 2024. The Commission contacted Romanian authorities in February 2025 inquiring about the measures to be taken in that regard. A reply is still pending.