The Austrian Parliament is the national legislative body of Austria, responsible for making laws and overseeing the government. It consists of two chambers: the National Council and the Federal Council. The National Council has 183 members elected by the public, while the Federal Council represents the nine federal states of Austria. The Parliament meets in the Palais Epstein in Vienna. Its main functions include debating and passing legislation, approving the budget, and monitoring the actions of the Austrian government. The Parliament plays a crucial role in the democratic process, ensuring that citizens' voices are heard in governance.