Lower Columbian Council of States

The Council of States, often abbreviated to the Council, is the upper house of the Parliament of Lower Columbia. Consisting of 112 members appointed by state governments, the Council gives each state of the kingdom equal representation, in contrast to the lower house, the Federal Assembly.

Article II of the Constitution of Lower Columbia defines the Council's composition and powers, along with those of the Assembly. It is mainly involved in the legislative process, although as the less powerful house, it rarely rejects bills passed by the Assembly. Its presiding officer is the Lord (currently Lady) of the Council, who is appointed by the King after state elections have concluded. Together with the Lord (or Lady) of the Assembly, the Lord/Lady of the Council is one of the only elected members of the Cabinet of Lower Columbia.