How a Bill Becomes a Law

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Across
  1. 4. Consideration The bill is debated and voted on by the full chamber (House or Senate) in which it was introduced.
  2. 6. Committee If the House and Senate versions of the bill differ, a conference committee is formed to reconcile the differences.
  3. 8. The committee may amend, revise, and rewrite the bill during the markup process.
  4. 10. Members of Congress discuss the bill’s merits, drawbacks, and potential impact during floor debate.
  5. 11. Override Congress can override a presidential veto with a two-thirds majority vote in both chambers.
  6. 12. The bill is introduced by a member of Congress in either the House of Representatives or the Senate.
  7. 14. The bill is referred to a committee for review and consideration.
  8. 15. The committee holds hearings to gather information and opinions on the bill from experts, stakeholders, and the public.
Down
  1. 1. The committee prepares a report detailing its findings and recommendations on the bill.
  2. 2. approved by the President or if a veto is overridden, the bill becomes law.
  3. 3. A final vote is taken by the full chamber on whether to pass the bill.
  4. 5. Amendments may be proposed and added to the bill during floor consideration.
  5. 7. Passage The compromise bill is sent back to both chambers for a final vote.
  6. 9. Action If both chambers pass the bill, it is sent to the President for approval or veto.
  7. 13. Members of the conference committee negotiate to reach a compromise version of the bill acceptable to both chambers.