How does a bill become a law?

A bill becomes law through a specific legislative process that requires it to be passed by both houses of Congress—namely, the House of Representatives and the Senate—and then signed by the President. This procedure ensures that a proposed piece of legislation is thoroughly vetted, debated, and modified by both chambers, reflecting a system of checks and balances inherent in the U.S. legislative process.

Once a bill is introduced in one of the chambers, it undergoes committee review and debate, where modifications may occur. If it gains enough support, it moves to the floor for a vote. If both chambers pass identical versions of the bill, it proceeds to the President for approval. The President can either sign the bill into law or veto it, demonstrating the executive's role in the legislative process. If vetoed, Congress can override the veto with a two-thirds majority vote in both chambers, allowing the bill to become law despite the President's objection.

Other options present alternative processes that do not align with the established legislative procedure in the United States. For instance, approval from the Supreme Court is not part of the legislative process, as the Court’s role is to interpret laws rather than create them. Additionally, simply getting approval from the Senate or requiring ratification from the