Describe the Process by Which a Bill Becomes a Law

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Essay

Describe the process by which a bill becomes a law.What are some of the major steps and hurdles over which a bill must pass? What are the main differences in the legislative process between the two houses of Congress?

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Definitions:

Labor Force

The sum of individuals in the workforce, comprising both those who are employed and those who are actively looking for work.

State and Local Levels

Refers to the governance and administrative structures that operate below the national level, including state, provincial, or regional governments and local municipalities.

General Sales Tax

A broad-based tax imposed on the sale of goods and services, typically collected by the retailer and passed on to the government.

Incidence

The measure of the distribution of tax or subsidy burden amongst individuals or groups in an economy.