Senate (Jordan) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Senate of Jordanمجلس الأعيان Majlis Al-Aayan |
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| 18th Parliament | |
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Upper house of the Parliament of Jordan
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Term limits
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4 years |
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| Founded | January 1, 1952 |
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President of the Senate
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Faisal Al-Fayez, Independent
Since 28 September 2016 |
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| Seats | 65 |
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| Appointed by the King | |
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| Al-Abdali, Amman | |
The Senate of Jordan is an important part of Jordan's government. It is like an upper house in a two-part law-making body. This body is called the Jordanian Parliament. The other part is the House of Representatives. Together, they create the laws for the country.
The Senate has 65 members. These members are chosen by the king of Jordan. The king picks them using a special order called a royal decree. However, the king must follow the rules set out in the Constitution of Jordan. The Constitution is the main set of laws for the country.
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What Does the Senate Do?
The Senate helps make and approve laws for Jordan. It works with the House of Representatives. This ensures that new laws are carefully thought about. They discuss important issues that affect everyone in Jordan.
Who Leads the Senate?
The person in charge of the Senate is called the President of the Senate. This leader serves for two years. They can be chosen again for more terms.
How Long Do Senators Serve?
Regular members of the Senate serve for four years. Like the President, they can also be chosen again. This means they can serve more than one term.
How Do Meetings Work?
For a meeting of the Senate to be official, everyone must be there. This is important for making decisions. When it's time to vote, decisions are made by counting the votes. The President does not usually vote. But if there is a tie, the President can vote to break it.
How Are Senators Chosen?
Senators are not elected by the people. Instead, they are appointed by the King of Jordan. This is different from the House of Representatives, whose members are elected. The King chooses people who he believes will best serve the country.
Where Does the Senate Meet?
The Senate meets in Al-Abdali, a part of Amman. Amman is the capital city of Jordan. This is where important discussions and decisions happen.
Images for kids
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The Coat of Arms of Jordan.
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A diagram showing the makeup of the Jordan Senate.
