GUIDED QUESTIONS: How a Bill Becomes a Law

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1. a. Write a brief definition for each of the following terms:
bill

appropriation bill

act

b. What are four sources of ideas for bills?

2. a. Write a brief definition for each of the following terms:

filibuster

cloture

b. Why is it necessary for a bill to be considered by a committee?

c. Do you think the process of making laws is too long and involved?Explain your answer.

3. a. Write a brief definition for the terms

veto

pocket veto.

b. Explain the actions that the president can take on a bill.