How a Bill Becomes a Law

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What is a bill?

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A proposed law presented to a legislative body for consideration

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Who can introduce legislation in Congress?

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Members of Congress, including both the House of Representatives and the Senate, can introduce legislation.

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In which house must revenue bills originate?

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The House of Representatives

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What is the role of the Majority Leader in the Senate when a bill is introduced?

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To schedule the bill for debate

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What happens to a bill in a committee if it is pigeonholed?

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It is set aside and likely forgotten.

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What is the role of the Rules Committee in the legislative process?

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To set the terms for debate on a bill

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What is required for the House and Senate to perform any permanent action on a bill?

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Approval by a simple majority in both the House and Senate

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Which of the following is a method to stop a filibuster? Cloture, Veto, Rider, Calendar

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Cloture

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What happens if the President does not sign a bill within 10 days and Congress is still in session?

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The bill becomes law without the President's signature.

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Explain the process of overriding a Presidential veto.

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A Presidential veto can be overridden by a two-thirds majority in both the House and the Senate.