Legislation
Legislation (IPA: /ˌlɛdʒɪˈsleɪʃən/)
Legislation is a law or a set of laws that have been passed by a government body. The term can also refer to the process of making or enacting laws.
Etymology
The term "legislation" comes from the Latin word legis latio, which means "the proposal or enactment of a law."
Related Terms
- Statute: A written law passed by a legislative body.
- Regulation: A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.
- Ordinance: A piece of legislation enacted by a municipal authority.
- Bill: A draft of a proposed law presented to parliament for discussion.
- Act: A law or decree passed by a legislative body.
Definition
Legislation is a law or set of laws suggested by a government and made official by a parliament. It refers to the actual law enacted by a legislative body at the local, state, or national level. Legislation is another term meaning statutory law. These laws have been enacted by a legislature or the governing body of a country.
Types of Legislation
There are several types of legislation, including:
- Primary legislation: Laws passed by the legislative branch of government.
- Secondary legislation: Laws made by an individual or body under powers given to them by primary legislation.
- Delegated legislation: Laws that are passed on to a lower body or agency by the primary legislative body.
Process of Legislation
The process of legislation involves several steps, including:
- Drafting: The process of writing the bill or proposed law.
- Introduction: The bill is introduced to the legislative body.
- Committee Review: The bill is reviewed by a committee, who can suggest changes or amendments.
- Debate: The bill is debated by the legislative body.
- Voting: The legislative body votes on the bill. If it passes, it becomes law.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Legislation
- Wikipedia's article - Legislation
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