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What must happen for a bill to be sent to the President?

  • It can only be sent after a presidential recommendation.
  • It must receive a majority vote in a public referendum.
  • It must be debated in the Senate only.
  • It must be approved by the House of Representatives and Senate. (correct)

What happens during the committee stage of a bill's journey?

  • The bill is rejected automatically in this stage.
  • The bill may be revised and discussed extensively. (correct)
  • Committee members vote on the bill without discussions.
  • The bill is immediately signed into law.

What is the outcome if the President vetoes a bill?

  • Congress cannot take further action on the bill.
  • The bill is automatically tabled for future consideration.
  • Congress can override the veto with a two-thirds majority. (correct)
  • The bill becomes law after a simple majority vote.

Why is the legislative process in the U.S. government significant?

<p>It provides multiple checks and balances before laws are enacted. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the final stages of a bill becoming law?

<p>The President can either sign the bill or let it expire without action. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which phase can a bill be revised?

<p>During the committee stage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What options does Congress have if a bill is vetoed by the President?

<p>Override the veto with a two-thirds majority vote. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a function of committees in the legislative process?

<p>They analyze and evaluate bills before they are debated on the floor. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What initiates the process of making a law in the United States?

<p>It starts with an idea proposed by a member of Congress (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of committees in the legislative process?

<p>To discuss and possibly revise bills (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bodies must approve a bill for it to reach the President?

<p>Both the House of Representatives and the Senate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What actions can the President take when presented with a bill?

<p>Sign it into law or veto it (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can Congress override a presidential veto?

<p>By a two-thirds majority vote in both houses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After a bill is discussed in committees, what are the next steps?

<p>It may be revised and then debated and voted on by the full House or Senate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a bill if it is ignored by the President?

<p>It automatically becomes law after 10 days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Vice President in the legislative process?

<p>To break ties in the Senate and support legislative proposals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

First Step in Lawmaking

The first step in the lawmaking process in the US is when a member of Congress proposes an idea, turning it into a formal bill.

What happens in Committees?

A bill is sent to a committee where it's discussed, debated, and potentially revised. If approved, it moves to the floor debate and voting.

What must happen before a bill reaches the President?

A bill must be passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate to be sent to the President.

President's role in Lawmaking

The President has two options: sign the bill into law or veto it. If vetoed, Congress can still override it.

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Overriding a Veto

If the President vetoes a bill, Congress can override it if two-thirds of both the House and Senate vote in favor of the bill.

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Making a Law in the US

The process of transforming a proposed idea into an official law in the United States involves several steps.

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Bill

A proposed law that has been introduced to Congress.

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Committees

Groups of lawmakers who specialize in specific areas and review proposed bills.

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Floor Debate

The process where the House and Senate thoroughly debate and vote on a bill.

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Presidential Sign/Veto

The President has the power to accept or reject a bill passed by Congress.

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Congressional Override

If two-thirds of both the House and Senate vote to overturn the President's veto, the bill becomes law.

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Legislative Process

The process of a bill progressing through various stages, including committee review, floor debate, and presidential approval, to become law.

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Veto

To reject a bill, stopping it from becoming law.

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Sign into Law

To officially approve a bill, making it a law.

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Study Notes

Multiple Choice Questions

  • Bill to Law Process (First Step): A bill begins with an idea from a member of Congress.

  • Committee Action: A bill is discussed and potentially revised in committees.

  • Presidential Action: The President can either sign a bill into law or veto it.

  • Congress Override: Congress can override a presidential veto with a two-thirds majority vote in both houses.

Open-Ended Questions

  • First Step in Lawmaking: Proposing an idea that becomes a bill.

  • Bill After Committees: It may be revised and then is debated and voted on in the House and Senate.

  • Bill to President: The bill must be passed by both the House and Senate.

  • Presidential Options: Sign into law, veto, or pocket veto (if Congress adjourns).

Legislative Process Details

  • Bill Introduction: A member of Congress introduces a bill.

  • Committee Review: Committees discuss, revise, and vote on the bill.

  • Floor Debate and Vote: The bill is debated and voted on in the House and Senate.

  • Presidential Action: President can sign; veto; or allow to become law without a signature (if Congress is in session).

  • Override Veto: Congress can override a veto with a two-thirds vote in both houses.

  • Legislative Process Importance: Ensures careful consideration of laws, which represents the interest of the people.

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