CE.2b Congress' Lawmaking Process

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What is a bill in Congress?

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A written idea for a new law introduced in Congress.

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What is the main role of a committee in Congress?

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A small group in Congress that studies, changes, or stops bills.

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What is needed for Congress to override a presidential veto?

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A two-thirds vote in Congress.

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Why is collaboration and compromise important in making laws?

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Because making laws requires members to work together and find common ground.

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What do elected officials in Congress do when a new problem is introduced?

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Write laws and take action

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What is the first step in the lawmaking process in Congress?

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Introducing a bill

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What happens right after "Voting on the bill" in the lawmaking process?

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Sending the bill to the other house

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Who helps shape legislation in Congress?

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Individuals and Interest Groups

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The bill was sent to the other house, repeated the process in the other house, what is the last step in Congress' lawmaking process?

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Sending the bill to the President

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What is the correct sequence for the law-making process in the General Assembly?

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2, 4, 1, 3