The legislative process begins with an idea for a law, which is drafted into a bill. The bill is then sent to a committee for review, where members study it, hold hearings, and may make changes. Afterward, the bill goes to the full chamber for debate and a vote; if it passes, it moves to the other chamber of the legislature to repeat the process. Once both chambers approve the bill, it is sent to the executive branch—the president or governor—for approval or veto. Most of this process, from drafting the bill through debate and voting, rests within the legislative branch, while the final approval or rejection is the role of the executive.
The Legislative Process of Lawmaking follows a structured process designed to encourage debate, compromise, and accountability. Put the following items in the proper order: