Landtag of Burgenland | |
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| 22th Landtag of Burgenland | |
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| Established | 1922 |
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President | Robert Hergovich, Social Democratic Party of Austria |
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| Seats | 36 |
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Political groups | Government (19)
Opposition (17) |
Length of term | 5 years |
| Elections | |
Last election | 26 January 2020 |
Next election | 2025 |
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