60-Second Civics: Episode 4218, Bills and Resolutions: How Congress Works, Part 12

60-Second Civics Podcast

English - January 07, 2021 08:00 - ★★★★ - 76 ratings
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Before it can become a law, a bill has to introduced by the House or the Senate. Revenue bills must originate in the House. The bill then gets assigned to one or more committees, which will then hold hearings. These are usually open to the public. Experts present testimony so that members of Congress can evaluate the merits of the bill.

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