Congress of State
| Formation | May 15, 1945 |
|---|---|
| State | San Marino |
| Legislative branch | |
| Meeting place | Palazzo Pubblico, Piazza della Libertà, San Marino |
| Executive branch | |
| Captains Regent | Matteo Rossi and Lorenzo Bugli |
| Headquarters | San Marino |
The Congress of State is the government of the Republic of San Marino. In conformity with Article 3 of the Declaration on the Citizens’ Rights it is politically answerable to the Grand and General Council.
It is composed of a variable number of members, generally around ten, and is appointed by the Grand and General Council from among its own members, who are themselves elected by the population. Its members typically serve for the five year term of a Council, but can be forced to resign by a parliamentary vote of no confidence.
The most senior posts are the Secretary for Foreign Affairs, the Secretary for Internal Affairs, and the Secretary for Finance, who are directly appointed by the Council. The other seven members are given their role by the Congress after their appointment by the Council.