The phrase "female legislators" refers to women who hold positions or work as lawmakers in the government. These women are elected or appointed to make laws and decisions that impact society. Full definition
But the numbers of elected female legislators haven't significantly increased. (theconversation.com)
Colorado, which has the highest proportion of female legislators in the country at 42 percent, has seen several lawmakers accused of sexual misconduct in recent weeks. (chicagotribune.com)
The proposal was named the Betty L. Thompson Scholarship Program after a well - known former black female legislator who had proposed a similar scheme in her final legislative session. (educationnext.org)