How a Bill Becomes a Law

What is the first step in the process of how a bill becomes a law?

• Committee and Subcommittee Action

• Introduction of the Bill

• Full Floor Action

• Presidential action

After a bill is introduced, where is it sent for further examination and discussion?

• Full Floor Action

• Presidential action

• Committee and Subcommittee Action

• Veto Override

What happens after a bill passes through the committee and subcommittee?

• Introduction of the Bill

• Referral to other chamber

• Full Floor Action

• Conference Committee reconciles conflicting bills

Once a bill has passed one chamber, what is the next step?

• Presidential action

• Referral to other chamber

• Veto Override

• Introduction of the Bill

What is the role of the Conference Committee in the legislative process?

• To introduce new bills

• To reconcile conflicting bills from both chambers

• To veto the bill

• To send the bill to the President

If the President vetoes a bill, what is the next possible step?

• Introduction of the Bill

• Veto Override

• Referral to other chamber

• Full Floor Action

What majority is required in both chambers to override a presidential veto?

• Simple majority

• Two-thirds majority

• Three-fourths majority

• Unanimous consent

Which step involves the entire chamber debating and voting on the bill?

• Committee and Subcommittee Action

• Full Floor Action

• Presidential action

• Conference Committee reconciles conflicting bills

What is the purpose of the committee and subcommittee action?

• To introduce the bill to the President

• To review, amend, and vote on the bill

• To override a presidential veto

• To reconcile differences between House and Senate versions

Which step involves sending the bill to the other chamber after it passes one chamber?

• Introduction of the Bill

• Referral to other chamber

• Presidential action

• Veto Override