legislation

Simple text, graphics, and photographs describe how a bill is introduced and becomes a law, the purpose of the committee, and presidential veto.

Discusses the history and duties of the United States Senate and presents a day in the life of one of its members.

Introduces the United States Senate and how a bill becomes a law.

Introduces the United States House of Representatives and how a bill becomes a law.

Text and color photos introduce the process of community lawmaking, explaining why rules are important and covering such topics as judges, town meetings, and citizens' rights and responsibilities.

An introduction to the legislative branch of government that describes the framework presented in the United States Constitution, the history of the legislature, and the duties entrusted to this group of individuals.

Provides an introduction to the legislative branch of the U.S. government, looking at the House of Representatives and the Senate, their leaders, and their law-making responsibilities.

Discusses how legislators devise, debate, and approve new laws, with the concurrence of the president.

Explains how a bill, or proposed law, is created, debated, and passed.