How a Bill Becomes a Law WV

How many senators are there in West Virginia?

• 34

• 25

• 100

• 50

Who can propose an idea for a bill?

• Only legislators

• Only private citizens

• Only government units

• Anyone

What is the maximum number of sponsors for a bill in the House?

• 11

• 34

• No limit

• 100

Where does a bill go after it is drafted?

• Back to the sponsor for approval

• Directly to the governor

• To a public vote

• Introduced to the clerk

What happens to a bill after it is numbered?

• It is signed into law

• Assigned to a committee

• Sent to the governor

• Published in the newspaper

What is the role of standing committees?

• To introduce new bills

• To study bills

• To pass bills into law

• To veto bills

What can a committee recommend for a bill?

• To increase its budget

• To amend the constitution

• To pass, reject, or make no recommendation

• Only to pass it

What is required for a bill to become law after passing both chambers?

• A national referendum

• Governor's approval or inaction

• A signature from the Senate President

• Public approval

How long does the governor have to act on a bill during the session?

• 15 days

• 5 days

• 30 days

• 10 days

What is necessary to override a governor's veto?

• Approval from the Supreme Court

• A unanimous vote

• A two-thirds vote

• A simple majority vote