Senado

The Senado, or Senate, is the upper house of the Spanish Parliament (Cortes Generales). Recent news highlights legislative gridlock between the Senado and the Congreso de los Diputados (lower house). Approximately fifty Senate-approved bills are stalled in the Congreso, facing indefinite amendment extensions. Some of these bills, including those addressing VAT modifications and illegal occupation, have accumulated over 80 extensions. This blockage underscores a potential conflict or inefficiency in the legislative process. Furthermore, political parties like Junts are influencing immigration policy debates, indicating the Senado's role in broader national issues. The Senado's current relevance lies in its contribution to the legislative process and its interaction with other political bodies in shaping national policy.