How a Bill Becomes a Law 1. A member of Congress introduces a bill. When a senator or representative introduces a bill, it is sent to the clerk of the Senate or House, who gives it a number and title. Next, the bill goes to the appropriate committee.
Committees review and vote on the bill.
Committees specialize in different areas, such as foreign relations or agriculture, and are made up of small groups of senators or representatives. Or it may hold hearings to listen to facts and opinions, make changes in the bill and cast votes. If most committee members vote in favor of the bill, it is sent back to the Senate and the House for debate. The Senate and the House debate and vote on the bill. Separately, the Senate and the House debate the bill, offer amendments and cast votes.