The Final Steps: How a Bill Becomes a Law

The video explains the process of how a bill becomes a law in the United States. It covers the steps a bill goes through in Congress, including voting requirements in the House and Senate, handling tie votes, and the role of the Vice President in breaking ties. The video also discusses what happens if a bill fails in either chamber and the President's options when a bill reaches the White House, including signing, vetoing, or using a pocket veto. The video concludes with a review of key points and a reflection on the complexity of the legislative process.

What occurs if a vote is tied in the House of Representatives?

What is a pocket veto and when does it occur?

What must happen for a bill to become law after being vetoed by the President?