Bundestag

The Bundestag is the primary legislative body in Germany. It is responsible for debating and passing federal laws, representing the German people, and supervising the government. Members of the Bundestag (MdB) are elected through a mixed-member proportional representation system, where voters cast two votes: one for a political party and another for a specific candidate in their electoral district. The Bundestag plays a crucial role in German democracy, as it is involved in shaping national policy, approving the federal budget, and holding the government accountable. Its seats are determined based on the votes received by parties in the election, ensuring proportional representation of different political ideologies within the legislature. The Bundestag convenes in Berlin and is distinct from the Bundesrat, which represents the federal states (Länder) in the legislative process.