Section: American Government: System

18. What part of the federal government writes laws?

Official answer

  • • (U.S.) Congress
  • • (U.S. or national) legislature
  • • Legislative branch

Why

Congress — the legislative branch — writes the nation's laws.

Answers verified against USCIS materials. Last checked 2026-07-17.

Official source: USCIS — 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025)