The Path to Legislation · The Legislative Process

How a Bill Becomes a Law

Following the stages of debate and voting in the House of Representatives and the Senate.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why do we require so many stages of debate before a bill is passed?
  2. 2What is the government's role in balancing the needs of different groups?
  3. 3Should the Senate have the power to block laws passed by the House of Representatives?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9C7K02
Year: Year 7
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: The Path to Legislation
Period: The Legislative Process

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