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Legislative Process

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About This Topic

Legislation in Lithuania follows procedures established in the Constitution. The right of legislative initiative belongs to Members of Parliament, the President, and the Government. Laws are adopted by Parliament in two or three readings.

Key Points

  • •Legislative initiative right: MPs, President, Government
  • •Laws adopted by majority of at least half of all MPs
  • •President can veto and return law to Parliament
  • •Constitutional laws require 3/5 majority of MPs
  • •Laws enter into force after signing and publication

Related Constitution Articles

Art. 67Art. 68Art. 69Art. 70Art. 71

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can submit draft laws?

Draft laws can be submitted by Members of Parliament, the President, and the Government. In certain cases, also by 50,000 citizens.

What majority is required to adopt a law?

Regular laws require at least half of all MPs' votes. Constitutional laws require at least 3/5 of all MPs.

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