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legislation

[lej-is-ley-shuhn] / ˌlɛdʒ ɪsˈleɪ ʃən /


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Protecting houses of worship was work I helped begin under New York Mayor Eric Adams, and I understand the nuances of crafting legislation that can win the widest support.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 13, 2026

Their proposed legislation also would ensure that anyone who sues over the fire doesn’t have to pay state taxes on any settlement, and that local jurisdictions are responsible for pest extermination efforts.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

Shortly after, the legislation is expected to pass in the Senate.

From BBC Aug. 12, 2026

In March, he and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., introduced legislation calling for a moratorium on new data centers until critical safeguards are put into place.

From Salon Aug. 12, 2026

Since the King would not agree to this, the necessary legislation, the Militia Ordinance of 1642, was passed without bothering with the detail of getting the King’s signature.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin

Some want legislations to force companies to explain how they intend to close gaps - with penalties for those who fail .

From BBC Apr. 4, 2023

“I made up my mind because I must not interfere with parliamentary discussion of key legislations because of my problems,” Terada said.

From Washington Times Nov. 20, 2022

Rep. Pramila Jayapal still has the confidence of the various factions of her party, as well as the White House, to negotiate some passable legislations.

From Seattle Times Jan. 26, 2022

“Our draft legislations means that these companies will be punished heavily if they don’t meet that standard,” she added.

From Reuters Oct. 25, 2021

If I call them separately, it is in accordance with the thought inspiring two works, two legislations, two religions, on which they want to found the Catholic Religion.

From The Story of the Philippines and Our New Possessions, Including the Ladrones, Hawaii, Cuba and Porto Rico The Eldorado of the Orient by Murat Halstead




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