Majority party

Definition

The majority party is the political party in a legislative body that holds more than half of the seats, giving it significant power in setting the agenda and making decisions. This status enables the party to elect or appoint the legislative leadership, influence committee assignments, and guide legislation.

Related terms

Minority Party: The political party in a legislative body with fewer seats than the majority party, often serving as the opposition.

Legislative Agenda: A set of policies or legislative bills that a political party aims to enact or pass during a legislative session.

Committee Assignment: The process of assigning legislators to specialized groups within the legislature that focus on specific policy areas for detailed consideration of proposed laws