Förbundsting
Förbundsting is the upper chamber of the legislative branch of the federal government of Vittmark. Upon foundation in 7569 it was called the House of Lords but after the reforms of 7611 it is now called the House Of States. It has twelve seats, with one deputy being appointed from the state level.
The House can not make its own legislation, but will only make decisions on proposals from the federal parliament Förbundsting. A super-majority of eight (previously nine) seats is needed for legislation to pass. Even though the task of the House is to control for internal consistency and the relation with the constitution, it is not uncommon that regionalist political aspects play a role in decision making. The House is however allowed to formulate a task for parliament to come up with a proposal for legislation. When it comes to budget allocation, the House has a veto right. As such, budget proposals will get anchored at the state level at a very early stage. Officially the deputies don't have a party affiliation because they represent the state, but usually a deputy will be appointed from the largest state faction.
The Förbundsting is located in a building on the Royal Palace square Hovtorget in Östervallen's government district of Lövö, directly to the right hand side of the Royal Palace of Vittmark.