Bill Becomes A Law Flashcard 2024 #2

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Who can write a bill?

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Only members of Congress

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What happens to most bills in committee?

Back

the bill dies

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_________is the number that must be present in order for Congress to do business

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quorum

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If the President takes no action on a bill and Congress remains in session for 10 days, what happens to it?

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becomes a law

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How can Congress override a presidential veto?

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2/3 vote of both houses

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What is a Bill?

Back

An idea for a new law

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What is a committee?

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A group of people who meet to discuss a bill

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After a bill is introduced in the House, where does the Speaker of the House send the bill?

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A House committee studies the bill

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What happens if the Senate committee votes yes to the bill?

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It goes to the full Senate for a vote

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If Congress adjourns while the president is waiting 10 days to sign or veto, the bill doesn't become a law. This is known as a ______________.

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pocket veto