19 Questions
What is the main purpose of the Conciliation Committee in the German political system?
To reach compromises when there are disagreements between the Bundestag and Bundesrat.
How can a resolution from the Conciliation Committee be implemented if it deviates from the Bundestag's decisions?
An additional resolution must be passed in the Bundesrat.
In what scenario can the Bundesrat, Bundestag, and Federal Government demand the convening of the Conciliation Committee?
When there are opposing majorities in the Bundestag and Bundesrat.
In which situation did a successful exception occur under Chancellor Kohl with regards to tax reform?
When the government could not reach an agreement on concessions to the Bundesrat.
What triggers the request for the Conciliation Committee to convene when it comes to objection bills?
Request from the Bundesrat if it wishes to raise an objection.
What is the role of the Federal President in the German political system?
Declaration of legislative emergency
In what circumstances can the Federal President decide to dissolve the Bundestag according to Article 63 GG?
If the Chancellor was elected only in the third ballot
What does the Bundesrat primarily focus on in terms of representation?
Regional interests of states
How are representatives from the same state required to vote in the Bundesrat?
Must cast the same vote
What is one of the responsibilities of the Bundesrat?
Involvement in European affairs
How can the Bundesrat influence federal legislation?
By initiating law proposals
What type of bills require explicit approval from the Bundesrat?
Consent bills
How can the Bundestag overrule an objection raised by the Bundesrat?
By a two-thirds majority vote
What is the main focus of Bundesrat as described in the text?
Solving problems in a non-political manner
Which concept does the 'Thesis of the structural rupture' refer to in the text?
Party competition and executive-heavy federation federalism following different logics
In what year did Kretschmann vote in favor of the Asylkompromiss, going against the Green's party line?
2014
How does executive federalism in Germany differ from dual federalism in the USA?
Executive federalism has a stronger emphasis on shared-rule via common institutions
What is the role of Bundesrat within the German federal political system?
Solving problems with a non-political focus
What is the definition of Federalism as provided in the text?
A system with two or more levels of government including shared-rule via common institutions
Learn about the German political system including the roles and powers of the Chancellor, Cabinet principles, Federal President functions, and Article 63 GG related to the dissolution of the Bundestag.
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