Lawmaking Authority
/ˈlɔːˌmeɪkɪŋ əˈθɔːrɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) The power or legal right granted to a person or body to create, amend, or repeal laws.
The legislature has the exclusive lawmaking authority within its jurisdiction.
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- lawmaking authority
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Commentary
This term specifically denotes the capacity to enact legal norms and should be distinguished from general governance or administrative powers.
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