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A legislature is a type of representative deliberative assembly with the power to adopt laws. Legislatures are known by many names, the most common being parliament and congress, although these terms also have more specific meanings. In parliamentary systems of government, the legislature is formally supreme and appoints the executive. In presidential systems of government, the legislature is considered a power branch which is equal to, and independent of, the executive. In addition to enacting laws, legislatures usually have exclusive authority to raise taxes and adopt the budget and other money bills. The consent of the legislature is also often required to ratify treaties and declare war.
Chambers
The primary component of a legislature is one or more chambers or houses: assemblies that debate and vote upon bills. Most legislatures are either bicameral or unicameral, although historically there have also been rare incidences of two separate chambers, usually described as an upper house and a lower house, which may differ in duties, powers, and methods for the selection of members.
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Last year, October 10, 2008, Alaska Legislative Council found that Sarah Palin abused her power and violated Executive Branch Ethics Act.
sellingsex (Holly Vegas) Sat, 10 Oct 2009 19:48:47 -0000
Last year, October 10, 2008, Alaska Legislative Council found that Sarah Palin abused her power and violated Executive Branch Ethics Act.
My story: Is #Obama strong-arming the legislative branch so it'll take the initiative on climate change? http://j.mp/FORTUNEobcc
MahaRafiAtal (Maha Atal) Sat, 10 Oct 2009 07:53:42 -0000
My story: Is #Obama strong-arming the legislative branch so it'll take the initiative on climate change? http://j.mp/FORTUNEobcc
Were you approved by the legislative branch??
slutpuddle (Bree) Fri, 09 Oct 2009 22:03:04 -0000
Were you approved by the legislative branch??
Checks and balances out of whack? Why can a gov. hold the entire legislative branch hostage to get what he wants? Do other gov.'s do this?
justinmclachlan (Justin McLachlan) Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:31:39 -0000
Checks and balances out of whack? Why can a gov. hold the entire legislative branch hostage to get what he wants? Do other gov.'s do this?
Where the heck is the U. S. Supreme court? Why are they letting he Executive Branch overthrow the Legislative Branch?
Gregory_Hensley (Gregory Hensley) Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:05:23 -0000
Where the heck is the U. S. Supreme court? Why are they letting he Executive Branch overthrow the Legislative Branch?
@svrgn_nation Executive branch should have priority, but controlled by legislative branch. Everyone MUST be equal before the Law.
Laezarus (Victor Filatov) Thu, 08 Oct 2009 21:57:09 -0000
@svrgn_nation Executive branch should have priority, but controlled by legislative branch. Everyone MUST be equal before the Law.
Virginia General Assembly - Latest legislative information from Richmond. Includes full text and status of bills and resolutions.
Virginia 2001 Redistricting Information - Contains Census 2000 numbers, maps of current and proposed legislative districts, and reports.
Virginia Auditor of Public Accounts - Mission is to serve Virginia's citizens by promoting sound financial management and accountability for public funds.
Virginia Capitol Police - Provides security for the Virginia Capitol grounds and other Virginia property in Richmond.
Virginia Code Commission - Oversees maintenance of the Code of Virginia and other Virginia codes. Includes information about members and staff, meetings, and codes.
Virginia Commission on Youth - Information about the commission, members, documents and legislation, meetings, staff, and resources.
Virginia Division of Legislative Automated Systems - Represents the interests of the General Assembly in activities involving obtaining and maintaining data processing services, electronic components, and other related items.
Virginia Division of Legislative Services - Legislative information and publications.
Virginia Freedom of Information Advisory Council - Information about the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. Includes council meeting schedule, advisory opinions, members, and staff information.
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Virginia Joint Commission on Health Care - Information about the commission, news, reports, meeting schedule, and legislation information.
Virginia Joint Commission on Technology and Science - Created by the 1997 Virginia General Assembly as a permanent legislative commission. The Commission is charged to study all aspects of technology and science and to promote the development of technology and science through sound public policies.
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Virginia Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission - Information about the commission, meetings, publications, and resources.
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