And if they want to pass the Amnesty for illegals, why don't they just attach a rider bill with Amnesty for people with bad credit? That will ensure passage!
2007-09-18 07:41:10 · 7 answers · asked by Danny G 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
The US Congress is a bicameral house. There is the senate and the house of representatives. Both can draft laws however, both houses need to agree on a law before it can be passed.
2007-09-18 07:45:11 · answer #1 · answered by A.Mercer 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The US Senate is one part of the Congress, the other being the House of Representatives. Legislation can be initiated from either of these branches of the Congress, but must be passed by both bodies in order to become law. It should be noted that there are other factors and rules that are involved in order for a bill (legislation) to become law and these procedures and regulations are designed to insure the protections and rights of minority groups as outlined in the US Constitution. These other items include the number of votes and procedures required for introduction and passage as well as the Executive Branches (the President) power of veto. The basics of these procedures are all outlined in the original articles of the US Constitution. The immigration issue is complicated; there are many people who are both for and against many portions of the bill. Until and unless a Super majority of all of the members of the House and Senate agree on a Bill and what it is to contain, we will not have a Bill. As things stand now there are too many disagreements among people as to what is wanted in a bill and until this is resolved in our nation as a whole no Bill will get through Congress because there will always be a way for opposition forces to stop it from proceeding to a final vote. At this point both sides are not interested in compromising their positions, neither group has a majority entirely on their side and they all enjoy the backing of groups on both sides of the issue who support parts but not all of the current legislation.
2007-09-18 08:17:01 · answer #2 · answered by JS 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Congress is made up of two houses, or branches...the Senate and the House of Represenatives. Both branches can write legislation. However, both sides must agree on it before it becomes law. Also there is the presidential veto. If the President vetoes it, the legislation can go back to Congress. If it has enough support there (I believe it's 2/3 majority) it can become law, even with a veto. And then the Supreme Court can determine if it is constitutional or not.
As for the amnesty for illegals, take it up with your Senator or Represenatative.
2007-09-18 07:45:58 · answer #3 · answered by kachow_now 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Both the upper house (Senate) and the lower house (the House of Representatives) are part of Congress. A bill can originate in either house. Often, both will write separate versions addressing the same issues. However, the final bill in its final form must be agreed to and voted on and passed by both houses and signed by the president in order to become law.
The president may sign it, veto it or do nothing (pocket veto).
The president has 10 days to sign or veto the bill. If he does nothing the bill becomes law after 10 days anyway if congress is in session. If congress is in recess, the bill is considered vetoed.
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2007-09-18 07:51:54 · answer #4 · answered by Jacob W 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Congress is comprised of the Senate and the House. In each are numerous committees responsible for writing and revising. Right now, among hundreds of other agenda items, they are debating bonus pay for teachers and trying to figure out how to keep certified teachers in public schools.
2007-09-18 07:47:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
either house of Congress can initiate legislation----except for appropriations legislation; this has to originate in the House.
2007-09-18 07:48:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Let me guess. Public education right?
2007-09-18 10:35:31 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋