How a Bill Becomes a Law The Journey of a Bill.

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How a Bill Becomes a Law The Journey of a Bill

Congress Makes Federal Laws Follow the bill as it moves through Congress

Introduction of the Bill The bill can come from a variety of sources: Individual citizens, Special interest groups Corporations, Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) Only a member of Congress can introduce the bill A bill can start in either House.

The Bill is Assigned to Committee Each House has standing committees that consider their bills. Each committee has a chair (from the Majority) and a ranking member (from the minority). They “mark-up” (edit) the bill so it will pass on the floor.

The Bill is Reported To the Floor If the bill is passed by the committee, it is sent to that house for debate and vote.

The Bill is Debated and Voted On in one house Votes can be taken by voice “yeas and nays” or a “teller vote” where members file past the sergeant at arms. If it passes…..

The Bill Goes to the other house The bill is sent to the other house. A Senate version is written with the letter S. and a number. House bills have HR. the bill must be referred to the appropriate standing committee. Committees hold hearings and make changes to the bill.

The Bill is Debated and Voted On in the other house As in the other house, the bill must be referred to the appropriate standing committee. Debate in the Senate is unlimited. “Filibusters” can be used to block bills.

Both Houses Must Pass the Bill A simple majority in both houses is needed to pass the bill (51%). In the House: 218 needed In the Senate: 51 needed

Differences Between Houses Must Be Reconciled Each house passes its own bill. Any differences must be ironed out and made into one bill. The compromised bill is sent back to both houses. A vote on this revised bill must be taken and passed by both Houses.

The Bill is Sent to the President The president can sign the bill if he wants it to become law. The president can veto or reject the bill. He must include his reasons and recommendations for correction. If Congress is not in session, the bill dies after 10 days. This is called a “pocket veto.”

The Bill Becomes Law If president signs the bill, it is a federal law that each state must follow. But….. If the president vetoes the bill, both Houses can reconsider the bill. Two-thirds (67%) of both Houses are needed to override the President’s veto. In the House: 369 needed for override. Senate: 67.