Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

legislative-action

noun
ˌlɛdʒɪˌsleɪtɪv ˈækʃən
Definition
An act or decision made by a legislative body, such as a law passed by a parliament or congress.
Examples
  • The legislative action taken last year led to significant changes in healthcare.
  • She advocated for legislative action to address climate change.
  • Recent legislative action has affected the education system significantly.
Meaning
Legislative action refers to the formal decisions and laws created by elected representatives in a legislative assembly, which govern the policies and regulations of a state or country.
Synonyms
  • Lawmaking
  • Legislation
  • Statutory action