The Senate is a governmental body that is responsible for making laws. It is also known as a COUNCIL, CONGRESS, ASSEMBLY, or LEGISLATURE. The term 'COUNCIL' is used to refer to a group of people who come together to discuss and make decisions on matters of public interest. CONGRESS is the name given to the legislative branch of the United States government. An ASSEMBLY is a gathering of people for the purpose of discussing and making decisions on matters of public interest. Lastly, the term 'LEGISLATURE' refers to the body of people who are responsible for making laws.