legislation
Americannoun
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the act of making or enacting laws.
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a law or a body of laws enacted.
noun
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the act or process of making laws; enactment
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the laws so made
Other Word Forms
- sublegislation noun
Etymology
Origin of legislation
1645–55; < Late Latin lēgislātiōn- (stem of lēgislātiō ), equivalent to Latin phrase lēgis lātiō the bringing (i.e., proposing) of a law, equivalent to lēgis (genitive of lēx law) + lātiō a bringing; relation
Example Sentences
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Though the study is underway now, it’s been in the works since Congress included the plan in appropriations legislation in 2022.
From Los Angeles Times
Tougher legislation has been passed since the scandal erupted.
From BBC
In an effort to ensure “America continues to lead the world in the creative economy,” the letter said that Congress is currently working on bipartisan legislation that would establish a federal film tax incentive.
From Los Angeles Times
If the legislation becomes law, it would only apply to shows in California and exclude tickets to sporting events.
From Los Angeles Times
The California Psychological Assn. is trying to push through legislation to protect patients from AI.
From Los Angeles Times
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