Legislation within the federal jurisdiction that affects the Lander, even if the Lander themselves cannot legislate on the issue, must be approved by a majority of the Land representatives in the Bundesrat, or it does not become law.

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The Bundesrat is the federal council of Germany, representing the 16 federal states (Länder) at the national level. Legislation affecting areas within the jurisdiction of the Länder requires approval by the Bundesrat. If a majority of its representatives do not approve a law that impacts the Länder, even in areas where the Länder cannot legislate themselves, the law cannot be enacted. This mechanism ensures that the federal states have a say in federal legislation affecting their interests.

Legislation Within the Federal Jurisdiction That Affects the Lander, Even