The correct response that accurately explains the process for a bill to become a law is C.
Here’s why:
- Step 1: Bill Introduced - A bill is introduced by either the House or Senate.
- Step 2: Committee Review - The bill is assigned to a committee where it undergoes research and discussion for any necessary changes.
- Step 3: Chamber (House or Senate) Review - After committee approval, the bill goes to the respective chamber for debate and voting.
- Step 4: Other Chamber Review - If the bill passes, it goes to the other chamber to undergo the same committee process and vote.
- Step 5: House and Senate Vote - Both chambers must vote on the exact same version of the bill.
- Step 6: Presidential Review - Finally, the bill is sent to the president, who can approve it, veto it, or take no action.
Both options A and B incorrectly place the "House and Senate Vote" step before the "Other Chamber Review," which is not reflective of the actual legislative process. Thus, the process described in C is accurate. D also accurately describes the process, but C appears to be formatted correctly and succinctly as per the process outlined.