The is the
prefectural
A prefecture (from the Latin ''Praefectura'') is an administrative jurisdiction traditionally governed by an appointed prefect. This can be a regional or local government subdivision in various countries, or a subdivision in certain international ...
parliament of
Iwate Prefecture,
Japan.
Its 48 members are elected every four years in 16 districts by
single non-transferable vote.
The assembly is responsible for enacting and amending prefectural ordinances, approving the budget and voting on important administrative appointments made by the governor including the vice governors.
Iwate is one of three prefectures whose assemblies are currently led by the
DJP majority. The others are the
Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly
The is the prefectural parliament of Tokyo Metropolis.
Its 127 members are elected every four years in 42 districts by single non-transferable vote. 23 electoral districts equal the special wards, another 18 districts are made up by the cities, ...
and the
Mie Prefectural Assembly.
Members
:''As of 20 September 2019:''
Member List at Official Site
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References
External links
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Prefectural assemblies of Japan
Tōhoku region
1878 establishments in Japan