Arizona Legislative Lingo: Understanding the Language of Lawmaking
The LWVAZ Legislative Analysis Team (LAT) prepared this comprehensive guide to the language of lawmaking, which is key to navigating the Arizona Legislature. Whether you're a policy expert tracking bills or a concerned citizen looking to engage with the legislative process, knowing the terminology used in bills, amendments, and debates can help you understand what’s happening at the Capitol. With clearer insight into the words shaping Arizona’s laws, you’ll be better equipped to follow, analyze, and participate in the policymaking process.
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