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The government has legislated that health insurers must make money.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 28, 2026

"North Korea is enhancing its nuclear and missile capabilities, and has legislated the use of nuclear weapons," Yoon said in a speech marking South Korea's Memorial Day.

From Reuters • Jun. 6, 2023

The Greek government has denied using Predator and has legislated against the use of spyware, which it has called “illegal.”

From New York Times • Mar. 20, 2023

The new government has legislated to commit Australia to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 43% below the 2005 level by 2030.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 28, 2022

Each succeeding assembly has legislated to increase the stringency and efficiency of the prohibitory statutes.

From Vermont A Study of Independence by Robinson, Rowland E. (Evans)