legislative
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There aren’t many legislative trains queued up before the midterm elections.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
While state legislative redraws have not been approached with the same urgency as congressional maps, other states could follow suit.
From Salon • May 16, 2026
Thursday’s vote is a huge step forward for the crypto industry’s biggest legislative priority, but even a small hiccup could derail its path to becoming law.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Streeting and Sir Keir met shortly before the Labour government set out its legislative agenda in the King's Speech, which marks the start of a new parliamentary session.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
The congressional debate over Hamilton’s financial plan and the location of the national capital had produced total legislative paralysis.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
Vocabulary lists containing legislative
U.S. Government Lingo
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The American Revolution - Introductory
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Civics I
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