legislative
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As she put it: “I have seldom seen a clearer expression of legislative intent in a congressional record.”
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
“With informed discussion, creative thinking and timely legislative action, Social Security will continue to protect future generations.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
Treasury, at the direction of Secretary Scott Bessent, a former hedge-fund manager, bought pesos to support Argentine President Javier Milei ahead of a crucial legislative election last year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
But in that meeting, commissioners passed a resolution asking Gov. Greg Abbott to call a special legislative session to address the concerns about the industry’s massive electricity and water demands.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
After receiving a telegram from President Woodrow Wilson urging him to support the amendment, he agreed to call a special legislative session, but he planned to wait until August, after the state’s Democratic party primary.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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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