Legislature

A legislature is an assembly with the authority to make laws for a political entity such as a country or city. They are often contrasted with the executive and judicial powers of government. Laws enacted by legislatures are usually known as primary legislation. In addition, legislatures may observe and steer governing actions, with authority to amend the budget involved. The members of a legislature are called legislators. In a democracy, legislators are most commonly popularly elected, although indirect election and appointment by the executive are also used, particularly for bicameral legislatures featuring an upper chamber.

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In the U.S., a draft bill in the Montana legislature would cripple science education in the state by excluding scientific theories — such as theories of gravity and evolution — from curriculum and instruction

Taiwan's legislature passes act to upgrade National Space Organization

Taiwan's Legislature clears bill to upgrade national space agency