How a Bill Becomes a Law: The HipHughes Review

The video explains the process of how a bill becomes a law in the U.S., covering both the constitutional and modern procedures. It details the stages from bill introduction, committee review, House and Senate actions, to the President's decision. The video also discusses the roles of various committees, the potential for a bill to be amended or killed, and the importance of majority votes. The presenter encourages viewer interaction and feedback.

What is the main focus of the video introduction?

• The role of the President in lawmaking

• The importance of the Supreme Court

• The process of how a bill becomes a law

• The history of the United States

Who can write a bill according to the video?

• Only Congress members

• Only the President

• Anyone, including special interest groups

• Only the Speaker of the House

What is the purpose of 'The Hopper' in the House?

• To archive old laws

• To submit bills for consideration

• To display bills to the public

• To store rejected bills

What is the role of the Rules Committee in the House?

• To elect the Speaker of the House

• To set the calendar and rules for debate

• To veto bills

• To approve all amendments

How can the Rules Committee influence a bill's passage?

• By sending it directly to the President

• By appointing a new Speaker

• By setting rules that limit amendments

• By changing the bill's text

What is a filibuster in the Senate?

• A tactic to delay or block a vote

• A method to speed up voting

• A type of amendment

• A committee that reviews bills

What is required to end a filibuster in the Senate?

• A simple majority vote

• A presidential order

• Approval from the House

• A cloture vote with 60 senators

What happens if the President vetoes a bill?

• It is sent to the Supreme Court

• It automatically becomes law

• It is sent back to Congress for a 2/3 majority override

• It is discarded permanently

What is a conference committee?

• A group that drafts new bills

• A committee that resolves differences between House and Senate versions of a bill

• A team that enforces laws

• A panel that advises the President

What can the President do if Congress adjourns before signing a bill?

• Send it back to the House

• Pass the bill automatically

• Issue a pocket veto

• Amend the bill