You are probably groping for the word "Congress." The US Congress is "bicameral" meaning it consists of two bodies. One body is called the Senate. The other is called the House of Representatives.
parliament
England
People who are represented by members of the law making body are called constituents.
The house of commons
Parliament
The British Government.
the first step of creating a law is called First Reading!
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The are called The General Assembly or The Legislative Assembly.
US Congress.
The Legislative Branch
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