szenátus

The Szenátus, or Senate, is the upper house of the Hungarian Parliament, the National Assembly. It was established in 1848 as part of the Hungarian Parliament, which was then a bicameral legislature. The Szenátus is composed of 106 members, known as senators, who are elected by the counties and the capital city of Budapest. The senators serve five-year terms and are not subject to re-election limits.

The Szenátus plays a significant role in the legislative process in Hungary. It has the power to propose and amend laws, and it can also reject laws proposed by the lower house, the Országgyűlés. However, the Országgyűlés has the final say in the legislative process, as it can override the Szenátus's rejection of a law with a two-thirds majority vote.

The Szenátus also has the power to impeach the President of Hungary, the Prime Minister, and other high-ranking officials. This power is exercised through a process of impeachment, which involves a vote by the Szenátus. If the official is found guilty, they are removed from office.

The Szenátus is presided over by a Speaker, who is elected by the senators themselves. The Speaker's role is to oversee the Senate's proceedings and ensure that the rules of procedure are followed. The Szenátus meets in the Budapest Parliament Building, where it shares facilities with the Országgyűlés.

The Szenátus is an important institution in the Hungarian political system, and its role in the legislative process is crucial to the functioning of the country's democracy.