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house of representatives

/haʊs əv ˌrɛprɪˈzɛntətɪvz/

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/haʊs əv ˌrɛprɪˈzɛntətɪvz/B2formalamericanpolitical
  • ruНижняя палата Конгресса США, состоящая из избранных представителей от каждого штата, пропорционально численности населения, ответственная за внесение и голосование по федеральным законопроектам.

The lower chamber of the United States Congress, consisting of elected representatives from each state based on population, responsible for introducing and voting on federal legislation.

  1. Lower chamber of a bicameral legislatureB2formal

    The lower house of a bicameral legislative body in many countries, typically with members elected by the people.

    ruНижняя палата двухпалатного законодательного органа

    • The House of Representatives passed the new tax bill.
    • She was elected to the House of Representatives last year.
    • The Speaker of the House of Representatives called for a vote.