legislature
Example Sentences
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The bill is pending final action from the governor after passing the legislature last month.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
Unlike the state auditor, the controller has political independence and doesn’t answer to the state legislature.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
The state legislature is conducting an investigation into the camp, and the Texas Rangers opened a criminal probe into complaints of negligence by camp leaders on the night of the flood.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
The proposal, which Hochul said could raise $500 million annually, is currently being considered as part of budget negotiations with the state legislature.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
The legislature back home decided not to reappoint the two men.
From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow
Vocabulary lists containing legislature
U.S. Government Lingo
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Vocabulary from The Articles of Confederation
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The American Revolution - Introductory
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