How a Bill Becomes a Law Flowchart

Vocabulary flashcards covering the key terms and steps involved in how a bill becomes a law.

Joint Committee

A committee that resolves differences in both versions of a bill before being sent to the President.

Filibuster

A tactic that may be used to delay the voting of a bill.

Presidential Veto

An action where a bill is vetoed by the President and goes back to Congress.

Congressional Veto Override

An action where Congress may override a presidential veto with a 2/3 vote.

House Committee Review

A step in the legislative process where a bill goes to a House committee for review.

Senate Committee Review

A step in the legislative process where a bill goes to a Senate committee for review.