Legislation

Legislation refers to the set of statutory laws in a state. Legislation is passed by a legislature and, in some states, must also be confirmed by the executive. When a bill becomes a law the law is said to be 'promulgated' or 'enacted'.

For information on legislation in particular jurisdictions, see the following articles:

• List of Acts of Parliament of Canada
• United Kingdom legislation
• List of United States federal legislation

See also

• Delegated legislation