Translation

立法府 / 議会 / 立法機関

Meaning

A legislature is the official body that makes, debates, and passes laws. Depending on the country or state, it may be called a parliament, congress, assembly, or council.

Examples

• 州議会は新しい住宅法を可決しました。
  The state legislature passed a new housing law.
• その提案は次の会期で議会に戻されます。
  The proposal will return to the legislature next session.