>The Commission must first examine the substance of successful initiatives and give a reply within 6 months. In its reply, the Commission will explain whether it intends to propose legislation. If the Commission decides to propose legislation, that proposal will need to follow the process for the adoption of EU law. for the reply >Within 1 month: EU officials will meet you
>Within 3 months: you will have a public hearing at the European Parliament to explain your initiative
>Within 6 months: the Commission will issue a formal reply – and explain why it will or will not propose a new law based on your proposal
