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legislative

[lej-is-ley-tiv] / ˈlɛdʒ ɪsˌleɪ tɪv /


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Capitol in a wheelchair on Monday, as the Senate returned for its final legislative sprint ahead of the midterms, came as a shock to many observers.

From Salon Sep. 17, 2026

Bitcoin holding at $75,000-$76,000 despite 5% Treasury yields and the legislative setback signals underlying demand, said Naeem Aslam of Zaye Capital Markets.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 16, 2026

"Nowhere in the world, including the UK, has a current legislative and regulatory approach to AI that is fit for purpose," Labour MP and committee chair Alex Sobel said.

From BBC Sep. 15, 2026

The House of Representatives has just four legislative days left before members hit the road to campaign for the November 3 midterm elections.

From Barron's Sep. 14, 2026

The May-Johnson Bill would meet its legislative doom thanks to opposition from the scientists and public skepticism about military control, energized by public missteps such as the destruction of the Japanese cyclotrons.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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