Government Glossary
Bicameral
Literally, “two chambers;” in a legislative body, having two houses (as in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Plain-English Meaning
In the Guide to Government, this term should be read in context: who has legal authority, what public process is being used, where official records can be verified, and what practical choices a citizen or public official can make. Understanding the term helps visitors move from a headline or document title to the actual institution, deadline, power, or right involved.