New Legislation

Definition

New legislation refers to laws that have been recently created or enacted by legislative bodies such as Congress or state legislatures. These laws are put in place to address emerging issues, promote societal changes, regulate activities, protect rights, or address current challenges.

Related terms

Statute: A statute refers to an individual law that has been officially enacted by a legislative body.

Bill: A bill is a proposed law presented before legislative bodies for discussion and potential enactment into law.

Legislative Process: The legislative process outlines the steps involved in proposing, debating, amending, and enacting laws. It typically involves multiple stages to ensure thorough scrutiny and democratic decision-making.