What Happens to a Bill After Its First Reading in the House

question 11

Multiple Choice

What happens to a bill after its first reading in the House of Representatives?

• A) The bill is debated and voted upon.
• B) The bill is referred to the appropriate committee.
• C) The bill is forwarded to the Senate for its action.
• D) The bill is referred to the House Rules Committee.
• E) The bill is sent to the governor for signing.

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Definitions:

Specialize

To focus on a particular area of production or work, allowing for increased efficiency and expertise in that area.

Scarcity of Resources

The fundamental economic problem of having seemingly unlimited human wants in a world with limited resources.

Necessity of Choice

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