legislador
1. A person, typically a member of a legislative body, who makes or enacts laws
The lawmakers debated the new healthcare bill for hours.
Os legisladores debateram o novo projeto de lei de saúde por horas.
2. A politician who has the power and responsibility to create legislation
Experienced lawmakers play a crucial role in shaping the country's future.
Legisladores experientes desempenham um papel crucial na formação do futuro do país.
In Brazilian politics, 'legislador' is the formal term for members of Congress (Congresso Nacional), which includes both the Chamber of Deputies (Câmara dos Deputados) and the Senate (Senado Federal). In the US context, lawmakers are central to the democratic process and frequently referenced in political discourse and media.
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