die Bundesratsinitiative
Translation
Bundesrat initiative, legislative initiative from the Federal Council
Examples
Die Bundesratsinitiative zielt auf eine Steuerreform ab.
The Bundesrat initiative aims at a tax reform.
Grammar Patterns
a Bundesrat initiative ((on sth.)) an initiative from the Federal Council on something A Bundesrat initiative on digitalization was introduced.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gesetzesvorschlag (legislative proposal), Antrag (motion)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Bundesrat' (Federal Council) + '-s-' (linking element) + 'Initiative' (initiative).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Bundesrat' (the upper house of parliament) taking the 'Initiative' to propose a new law.