The Legislative Process: From Bill to Law

The video explains the structure and function of the U.S. legislative branch, focusing on how bills are introduced, processed, and approved. It covers the roles of the House and Senate, the importance of committees, and the legislative process, including the president's role in signing or vetoing bills. The video also highlights the differences between the House and Senate in terms of committee influence and legislative procedures.

How many members are there in the Senate?

• 100

• 435

• 50

• 200

What is the starting prefix for House bills?

• HR

• SB

• HB

• HS

Who typically writes the bills in practice?

• Supreme Court Justices

• Congressional aides

• Members of Congress

• The President

What is the first step after a bill is introduced in the Senate?

• It goes to the President

• It is referred to an appropriate committee

• It is voted on by the entire Senate

• It is debated on the Senate floor

Which committee in the House is responsible for taxation legislation?

• Budget Committee

• Appropriations Committee

• Rules Committee

• Ways and Means Committee

What does the Budget Committee in the House decide?

• Military funding

• Tax rates

• Government budget

• Foreign relations policies

Which committee acts as the 'traffic cop' for the House of Representatives?

• Ways and Means Committee

• Rules Committee

• Budget Committee

• Appropriations Committee

What is a key distinction between the Senate and the House regarding tax bills?

• Neither can originate tax bills

• Both can originate tax bills

• Tax bills can only originate in the House

• Tax bills can only originate in the Senate

What happens if the President vetoes a bill?

• The bill becomes law

• The bill is sent to the Supreme Court

• The bill goes back to both houses for a two-thirds majority vote

• The bill is discarded

What is the role of a conference committee?

• To introduce new bills

• To reconcile differences between similar bills from both houses

• To veto bills

• To implement policies