Legislative Process Flashcards

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Bill

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A written idea for a law before it becomes official.

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Sponsor

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A member of Congress who supports the bill and introduces it.

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Committee

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A small group of lawmakers who study and debate the bill.

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Testimony

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Statements from experts or witnesses who share information about the bill.

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Debate

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A discussion where people present different sides of an issue.

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Veto

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The President’s refusal to sign the bill into law.

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Override

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When Congress passes a bill again with a two-thirds vote to override a presidential veto.

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Pocket Veto

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When the President does not sign a bill within 10 days, and Congress is not in session, the bill fails.

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Filibuster

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A long speech in the Senate was meant to delay a vote.