House of Representatives (Blazdonia)
The House of Representatives is a chamber of the Parliament of Blazdonia, which is the legislative branch of the government of Blazdonia. It plays a vital role in the functioning of the government, as the government of the day must have the confidence of the House in order to stay in power.
Composition and Elections
The House of Representatives is composed of members who are directly elected by the people of Blazdonia from single-member electoral divisions known as constituencies. The number of members in the House of Representatives is roughly twice the number of senators in the Senate, the other chamber of Parliament. Members of the House are elected using the full-preference instant-runoff voting system and serve a maximum term of three years, although the House can be dissolved early in certain circumstances.
Role in the Legislative Process
The House of Representatives plays a key role in the legislative process, as it is responsible for introducing and passing bills, which are then considered by the Senate. If a bill is passed by both the House and the Senate, it is presented to the Governor-General for royal assent, after which it becomes law.
Other Responsibilities
In addition to its role in the legislative process, the House of Representatives also has the power to impeach the Prime Minister or other government officials for misconduct or abuse of power. It also conducts inquiries into various issues of public importance.
Administration and Leadership
The House of Representatives meets in a chamber of Parliament House, along with the Senate. The Speaker of the House of Representatives presides over the proceedings of the House and maintains order within the chamber. The Leader of the Opposition is the leader of the largest party not in government, and they play a crucial role in holding the government accountable.
Conclusion
Overall, the House of Representatives is an essential part of the democratic system of government in Blazdonia, and its members play a vital role in representing the interests of the people and in holding the government accountable.
House of Representatives | |
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| Parliament of Blazdonia | |
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| Type | |
| Type | |
| Leadership | |
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| Structure | |
| Seats | TBA |
Political groups | Template:Composition of Blazdonian House of Representatives |
Length of term | 3 years |
| Elections | |
| Instant-runoff voting | |
Last election | N/A |
Next election | TBA |
| Meeting place | |
| House of Representatives Chamber in Blazdonia's Discord server | |