History & Social Studies

Create a flow chart to explain the different steps involved in the passing of an ordinary bill.

,

Asked by
Last updated by Jill W
1 Answers
Log in to answer

• A representative sponsors a bill.

• The bill is assigned to a committee for study.

• If the bill is released by the committee, it is put on a calendar to be voted on, debated or amended.

• If a simple majority passes the bill (218 of 435), it moves to the Senate.

• The Senate assigns another committee

• Release, debate, vote/ Simple majority (51 of 100) passes the bill

•Conference committee assigned of House and Senate members to work out differences.

• Bill is returned to the House and Senate for final approval.

• The President has 10 days to sign or veto the enrolled bill.