The Parliament of France is the legislative body of the French Republic, responsible for making laws and overseeing the government. It consists of two chambers: the National Assembly and the Senate. Members of the National Assembly are elected directly by the public, while Senators are elected by an electoral college. The Parliament meets in the Palais Bourbon for the National Assembly and the Palais du Luxembourg for the Senate. It plays a crucial role in shaping national policy, debating proposed laws, and scrutinizing the actions of the executive branch.