Relier Pairs SPANISH INSTITUTIONSVersion en ligne CONNECT EVERY INSTITUTION WITH THEIR FUNCTIONS/DEFINITIONS par Ignacio Fernandez 1 These two chambers propose, debate and pass/ban laws. Deputies and Senators are elected by the citizens every four years in General Elections. 2 It regulates the social, political and economic life of Spain. 3 It defines the rights and musts of the citizens. 4 It was approved by the Spanish citizens on December 6th, 1978. 5 it is also called the “lower chamber”. Laws are approved or denied here. 6 It is carried out by the Government. They implement the laws that the Congress of Deputies and the Senate pass. They also manage public services. 7 Its members are called “senators” and are elected every four years in the general elections. 8 Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces 9 It decides whether the laws are being obeyed or not and what sanctions need to be established. 10 It regulates the political and administrative organization of each autonomous communities. 11 Representation of Spain overseas. 12 Its members are called “deputies” and are elected every four years in the general elections. 13 it is also called the “higher chamber”. They approve or deny the laws that have been passed in the Congress of the deputies. 14 It decides whether the decisions of other judges are correct or not. 15 It is made up of twelve magistrates. It decides whether laws follow the Constitution or are against it. Congress of the Deputies Judicial Power The Senate The Constitutional Court Spanish Constitution approval date Statutes of Autonomy Head of State (the King) Legislative Power The Supreme Court Spanish Constitution Executive Power