What Is the First Step in the Legislative Process

question 35

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in the legislative process?

• A) Introduction of bill to the legislature
• B) Bill moves to the other house
• C) Policy option is developed into bill
• D) Hearings, testimony, and lobbying

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across a chemical synapse, from one neuron (nerve cell) to another 'target' neuron, muscle cell, or gland cell.

Nerve Cells

Cells of the nervous system that transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells.

Synapses

The junctions through which neurons signal to each other or to non-neuronal cells, allowing the transmission of electrical or chemical messages.

Sedative Hypnotic Abuse

The misuse of drugs that depress the central nervous system, leading to dependency and adverse health effects.