legislate
verb
- control via law
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈlɛd͡ʒɪsˌleɪt/
verb
Etymology: Back-formation from legislation, legislator.
- To pass laws (including the amending or repeal of existing laws).
“If they can't get people to do the right thing by talking then they will try to legislate and enforce the statutes.”
“Candidates always promise to legislate change.”