Lesson 2 of 84 · Government
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareHow a Bill Becomes a Law
The journey of a bill becoming a law is a fascinating process in the United States government.
🎯 Your mission
Learn how the rule got made — and who it serves.
⚡ The twist
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Then & Now
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The journey of a bill becoming a law is a fascinating process in the United States government. First, a bill is proposed, often by a member of Congress. It is then debated and revised in committees, where ideas are discussed and changed. If it passes a vote in either the House of Representatives or the Senate, it moves to the other chamber for further debate. Finally, if both chambers agree on the bill, it is sent to the President, who can either sign it into law or veto it, sending it back for more consideration.
Key Facts
A bill must be approved by both the House of Representatives and the Senate before becoming a law.
The President has the power to veto a bill, which means rejecting it.
If a bill is vetoed, Congress can override the veto with a two-thirds majority vote.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is the first step in the process of a bill becoming a law?
Why this still matters
Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?
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