Understanding the Legislative Process

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What is a draft of a law presented to a legislature for enactment called?

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Bill

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Which groups monitor ongoing governmental operations and recommend courses of action?

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Committees

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What is an addition or change made to a constitution, statute, or legislative bill called?

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Amendment

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What is the political procedure called where debate is prolonged to delay or prevent a vote on a bill?

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Filibuster

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Who can introduce a Bill?

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A Senator or Representative

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What type of committee tries to create a compromise bill? Options: Standing Committee, Select Committee, Conference Committee, Joint Committee

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Conference Committee

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Why is this process so complicated?

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It involves multiple readings and votes

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What can the President do with regard to bills?

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Veto or sign them into law

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Who can come up with an idea for a new bill?

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Anyone

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What is the next step after coming up with an idea for a bill?

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Contact a representative to sponsor it