The Legislative Branch Of Government - How A Bill Becomes A Law

The video tutorial explains the legislative process in the U.S. Congress, detailing how bills are introduced, co-sponsored, and assigned to committees and sub-committees for review and markup. It highlights the differences in procedures between the House and Senate, including the role of the Rules Committee and the nature of floor debates. The tutorial also covers voting methods, the presidential veto process, and the conditions under which a veto can be overridden, with historical examples such as Nixon's presidency.

What is the primary purpose of a co-sponsor in the legislative process?

• To veto a bill

• To express full support for a bill

• To assign a bill to a committee

• To introduce a bill independently

What is the main function of a committee in the legislative process?

• To introduce new bills

• To study issues and refine legislation

• To veto bills

• To sign bills into law

How does the Senate differ from the House in terms of debate on the floor?

• The Senate allows unlimited debate

• The Senate has a Rules Committee

• The House allows unlimited debate

• The House has no Rules Committee

What is required for a vote to be taken in either chamber of Congress?

• A unanimous decision

• A quorum

• A presidential approval

• A committee report

How do members of the House record their votes?

• By raising their hands

• By submitting a written note

• By using an electronic voting device

• By saying 'yea' or 'nay'

What happens if the president vetoes a bill?

• The bill becomes law automatically

• The bill is discarded permanently

• The bill is sent to the Supreme Court

• Congress can override the veto with a 2/3 majority

When are override provisions more likely to be used?

• At the beginning of a president's term

• During a president's re-election campaign

• At the end of a president's term

• When a new Congress is elected