lawmakers
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɫɔˌmeɪkɝz// UK //lˈɔːmeɪkəz// law·mak·ers
n. the people who have the power to create and change the laws of a country. You usually see this word in news reports about the government.
n. individuals responsible for the drafting and enactment of legislation within a political system. Often used as a collective term for members of a legislative body.
Lawmakers are voting on the new tax bill today.
Local lawmakers met with community leaders to discuss the proposed changes to the city's zoning regulations.
The challenge for modern lawmakers lies in balancing the immediate demands of their constituents with the long-term fiscal stability of the state, especially during periods of economic volatility.
Usage
Usually used in the plural to refer to a group or the entire legislative body.