Landtagswahlen
Landtagswahlen are elections to the Landtag, the state parliament of a German federal state (Land). They determine the composition of the state government and influence state policy on matters such as education, policing, culture, and local infrastructure. Each of Germany's 16 Länder has its own constitution and election law, so rules and timing vary. Most Landtag elections are held every four to five years, but dissolution of the parliament or a failed coalition can trigger early elections.
Electoral systems in Landtag elections commonly combine direct mandates with party list seats in a system
Following the election, the Landtag elects the Minister-President (or equivalent head of government) and forms the
Voters are generally German citizens residing in the state and meeting the applicable age requirements, usually