Lawmaking Process Quiz

Who can have an idea for a law?

• Only a Congressman/Senator

• Anyone

• Only the President

• Only a lawyer

Who must introduce an idea for a law?

• The President

• A Congressman/Senator

• A lawyer

• A judge

What is the first step in introducing a bill in the legislative process?

• The bill is debated on the floor.

• The bill is placed in the 'Hopper'.

• The bill is signed by the President.

• The bill is sent to the committee.

How are bills in the House of Representatives labeled?

• S

• H

• H.R.

• HR

How are bills in the Senate labeled?

• S

• H.R.

• HR

• S.R.

Who assigns a bill to a standing committee?

• President of the United States

• Speaker of the House

• Vice President

• Chief Justice

To which committee would a bill dealing with electric cars likely be sent?

• Agriculture Committee

• Foreign Affairs Committee

• Energy and Commerce Committee

• Education Committee

What is the primary function of Select Committees in Congress?

• Address temporary priorities in Congress

• Meet regularly as permanent committees

• Address issues of concern to both chambers

• Raise funds for appropriations

Which type of committee meets regularly and is considered permanent?

• Select Committees

• Standing Committees

• Joint Committees

• Budget Committees

What is the role of Joint Committees?

• Make laws and hold hearings

• Determine how much money will be spent

• Address issues of concern to both chambers

• Set the rules