31.  But they say the courts have often failed to enforce it, prompting them to seek legislative action instead.

32.  But those elements of the law were largely undermined by legislative action as well.

33.  But truly clamping down on gun crime would require more legislative action.

34.  Changes provided for in the accord require legislative action in both countries.

35.  Concern about the problem, which nearly everybody acknowledges, has kicked up studies, arguments and a blizzard of proposed legislative action across the country.

36.  Congress is in recess, so no legislative action is expected right away.

37.  Consumer advocates strongly supported the legislative action.

38.  Connecticut and Vermont are also expected to have legislative action next year.

39.  Despite heartfelt pleas and harsh accusations, it remains highly unlikely that any legislative action will be taken.

40.  Debate is building around the country about whether initiatives are being overused, or whether they are a reasonable substitute for too little or too much legislative action.