The U.S. legislative branch, comprising the House of Representatives and the Senate, is pivotal in federal lawmaking. Bills undergo a rigorous process, including committee review and floor debates, with unique procedures like the filibuster in the Senate. The reconciliation of House and Senate versions and the presidential veto are key steps before a bill becomes law. Understanding this process is essential for effective civic engagement.
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The lower chamber of Congress responsible for introducing revenue-raising bills
Filibuster
A tactic used by the minority in the Senate to extend debate and potentially block a bill
The upper chamber of Congress with more relaxed rules for debate and the use of the filibuster
Essential bodies in the legislative process where bills are carefully crafted and considered
The first step in the legislative process where a member of Congress proposes a new law
The stage where bills are examined and debated in smaller groups before potentially advancing to the full chamber
The stage where bills are discussed and voted on by the full chamber, with different rules and procedures in the House and Senate
The process of resolving differences between the House and Senate versions of a bill
The final step in the legislative process where the President can sign a bill into law, veto it, or take no action
A tactic used to force a bill out of committee and onto the floor for consideration
Tactics used by congressional leaders to expedite the legislative process
Legislative initiatives that combine multiple bills and require unique procedural tactics for passage
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The ______ branch is key to forming and passing federal laws in the United States.
legislative
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Bill introduction locations for non-revenue legislation
Non-revenue bills can be introduced in either the House or the Senate.
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Committee stage purpose for a bill
Committees review, debate, and amend the bill during hearings and mark-up sessions.
