Note on the Smart Borders proposals (COM(2013) 95 final, COM (2013) 96 final and COM (2013) 97 final

In this note the Meijers Committee expresses its deep concerns with respect to the:
– proportionality and practical feasibility of the proposals;
– coherence of the proposals with existing databases;
– applicable standards of data protection for the data subjects;
– conditions for transmission of personal data to third countries;
– broad discretion as regards the issuing of the registered traveler status;
– proposed amendments in the Schengen Borders Code;
– possible access to the Entry/Exit System for law enforcement purposes.