Congress of the Dominican Republic
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In the Dominican Republic legislative power is vested in the National Congress (Congreso Nacional), a bicameral legislature comprising a Senate (32 senators), and a Chamber of Deputies (150 deputies).
Congressional elections are held in even numbered years not divisible by four (even-numbered years divisible by four are reserved for presidential elections).
Suffrage is universal and compulsory for all Dominican citizens aged over 18, or under that age if married.
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| Parties | Votes | % | Deputies | Senators |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican Revolutionary Party (Partido Revolucionario Dominicana) | 41.9 | 73 | 29 | |
| Dominican Liberation Party (Partido de la Liberación Dominicana) | 29.1 | 41 | 1 | |
| Social Christian Reformist Party (Partido Reformista Social Cristiano) | 24.3 | 36 | 2 | |
| Total (turnout 51.4 %) | 150 | 32 | ||
| Source: Junta Central Electoral | ||||
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