BILL BECOMES A LAW GEC RIZAL
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What happens during the First Reading of a bill in Congress?

  • The bill is debated by lawmakers
  • The number and title of the bill are read by a secretary (correct)
  • The bill is voted on by the public
  • The bill is sent directly to the President for approval

    • What role does the President of the Senate or the Speaker of the House of Representatives play during the First Reading?

  • Referring the bill to the appropriate committee (correct)
  • Reading the content of the bill to lawmakers
  • Finalizing the bill for approval
  • Deciding on whether to pass or reject the bill

    • What step comes after the bill is referred to a committee in Congress?

  • The bill is presented to the president for signing
  • A decision is made on conducting public hearings (correct)
  • Public voting on the bill takes place
  • The bill goes directly for a Second Reading

    • Who determines whether public hearings are needed for a bill in Congress?

    <p>The committee to which the bill was referred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens three days after a bill is filed with the Bills and Index Service in Congress?

    <p>The bill is included in the Order of Business for First Reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who invites relevant resource persons from government and special interest groups for input during a public hearing on a bill?

    <p>The committee conducting the hearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process called where all members cast their 'yes' or 'no' vote orally to a proposed measure?

    <p>Nominal voting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are amendments allowed in the Philippine Congress?

    <p>During the Third Reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a bill if it gets disapproved by the majority during voting?

    <p>It is transmitted to the Archives of the Senate or the House of Representatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Philippine Congress, how many houses must give their approval for a bill to become a law?

    <p>Both houses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Conference Committee in the Philippine Congress?

    <p>To streamline legislation processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final step after a bill has been approved by both houses in the Philippine Congress?

    <p>Transmittal to the President for signature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during the Period of Sponsorship and Debate in the legislative process?

    <p>The Committee Chairman presents the Sponsorship Speech for the bill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is voting conducted for the approval of a bill after the Second Reading?

    <p>By viva voce ('aye' and 'nay')</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What follows after the Period of Amendments in the legislative process?

    <p>The Third Reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are printed copies of the bill reproduced for distribution before the Third Reading?

    <p>On the actual day of the Third Reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who calls for roll call or nominal voting during the Third Reading of a bill?

    <p>The Majority Floor Leader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during interpellation or debate in the legislative process?

    <p>The sponsor defends the merit of the proposed bill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the committee decides not to conduct a public hearing?

    <p>They will just schedule the bill for committee discussions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some possible actions that the bill may undergo after public hearings or committee discussions?

    <p>Being amended, consolidated, or substituted with another bill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a committee report?

    <p>To designate the purpose and scope of the bill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the next step after a committee report is approved by the committee?

    <p>It is transmitted to the office processing bills and resolutions for further handling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has jurisdiction over matters related to the rules of the Senate or House of Representatives?

    <p>The Majority Leader of the Senate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens after a bill is scheduled for consideration on Second Reading?

    <p>This marks one of the most challenging stages in passing a bill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Conference Committee?

    <p>To reconcile differences in different versions of the bill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the members of the Conference Committee?

    <p>Members of the House of Representatives and the Senate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens after the Conference Committee prepares a report?

    <p>The bill is sent back to both houses for approval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When may the Conference Committee introduce new provisions in the bill?

    <p>When no differences need to be reconciled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What options does the President have when a bill is presented for approval?

    <p>Sign and pass the bill, veto the bill, or send it back with reasons for veto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situation is a Conference Committee not necessary?

    <p>When one house adopts the other's version without changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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