How A Bill Becomes A Law
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A bill may be introduced in either the House or the Senate. The only exception is revenue bills. All revenue bills must originate in the House of Representatives. For practical purposes I will use the bill for raising minimum wage to $6.50 per hour.
A bill may be introduced by a member, group of members or standing committee. After the 20th day of session in the House, a bill may be introduced only by a committee. After 35 days a bill may be introduced solely by certain committees. In the House those committees are: State Affairs Committee, Appropriations Committee, Education Committee, Revenue and Taxation Committee, and Ways and Means Committee.
The original draft of the bill and 15 other copies are presented to the Chief clerk...