How a Bill Becomes Law PDF
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This document explains the process of how a bill becomes a law in a government system, highlighting stages like first reading, second reading, committee stage, and report stage.
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How a Bill Becomes a Law 1. Idea - An idea for a law is proposed by a Member of Parliament (MP), Senator, or Minister. 2. First Reading - The bill is introduced in the House of Commons (or Senate). - No debate or vote yet. 3. Second Reading - The bill is debated by MPs or Senator...
How a Bill Becomes a Law 1. Idea - An idea for a law is proposed by a Member of Parliament (MP), Senator, or Minister. 2. First Reading - The bill is introduced in the House of Commons (or Senate). - No debate or vote yet. 3. Second Reading - The bill is debated by MPs or Senators. - A vote is held. If the majority agrees, the bill moves forward. 4. Committee Stage - A committee studies the bill in detail. - They may suggest changes (amendments) to improve the bill. 5. Report Stage - The committee reports its findings to the House (or Senate). - MPs or Senators debate and vote on the proposed changes. 6. Third Reading - MPs or Senators have a final debate on the bill. - They hold a final vote. If it passes, the bill moves to the other chamber (House of Commons or Senate) to repeat the process. 7. Senate (if the bill started in the House of Commons) - The bill goes to the Senate and follows the same steps: First Reading, Second Reading, Committee Stage, Report Stage, and Third Reading. 8. Royal Assent - Once both the House of Commons and Senate pass the bill, it is sent to the Governor General for Royal Assent. - The bill becomes law.
