🗳️ap comparative government review

Legislature

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The legislature is a governing body that has the power to make laws for a country or region. It is usually composed of elected representatives who debate and vote on proposed legislation.

AP course connection

Topic 2.1: 2.1 Parliamentary, Presidential, and Semi-Presidential Systems

Unit 2
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