Georgia Legislative Process

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What is the Georgia General Assembly, and what are its two chambers?

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House of Representatives and Senate

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How does a bill become a law in Georgia?

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Introduced → Committee → Chambers vote → Governor

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What is the role of committees in the legislative process?

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Review and decide if bills move forward

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What is "Crossover Day"?

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Deadline for a bill to pass its original chamber

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Who presides over the Georgia House and Senate?

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Speaker (House) and Lieutenant Governor (Senate)

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What happens if different versions of a bill are passed in each chamber?

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A conference committee resolves the differences

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How can citizens influence the legislative process?

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Voting, contacting legislators, attending hearings

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What is the maximum number of legislative days per session?

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40

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What are the age requirements for serving in Georgia’s legislature?

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House: 21, Senate: 25

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How can the governor act on a bill?

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Sign it, veto it, or do nothing