The New Jersey General Assembly is the lower house of the New Jersey Legislature, which is responsible for making state laws. It consists of 80 members who are elected to serve two-year terms. Each member represents a specific district within the state, and the Assembly meets in the state capital, Trenton. The General Assembly plays a crucial role in the legislative process by proposing, debating, and voting on bills. It works alongside the upper house, the New Jersey Senate, to create laws that affect the lives of residents in New Jersey. The Assembly also has the power to approve the state budget and oversee various state agencies.