Legislative Deadlock
/ˌlɛdʒɪsˈleɪtɪv ˈdɛdlɒk/
Definitions
- (n.) A situation in a legislative body in which there is an inability to reach agreement or pass laws due to evenly divided votes or conflicting interests.
The bill failed to pass because the state senate was stuck in a legislative deadlock.
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- legislative deadlock
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Commentary
Legislative deadlock often results from partisan polarization and may require negotiation or procedural changes to resolve.
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