legislative bill
[ˈlɛdʒɪsleɪtɪv bɪl]
nounpl: legislative bills
projeto de lei
1. A formal written proposal for a new law or regulation submitted to a legislative body for consideration and voting
The senator introduced a legislative bill to reform the healthcare system.
O senador apresentou um projeto de lei para reformar o sistema de saúde.
2. A document that outlines proposed legislation with specific terms, conditions, and legal language
The legislative bill passed through three readings before final approval.
O projeto de lei passou por três leituras antes da aprovação final.
3. A measure or act in its early stage before becoming law
The environmental legislative bill faced strong opposition from industry groups.
O projeto de lei ambiental enfrentou forte oposição dos grupos industriais.
In Brazilian politics, 'projeto de lei' is a fundamental part of the legislative process in the Câmara dos Deputados (Chamber of Deputies) and Senado Federal (Federal Senate). Bills are often abbreviated as PL followed by a number and year. In the USA, legislative bills are central to Congress operations and are typically identified by their chamber of origin (H.B. for House Bill or S. for Senate Bill).
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