How a Bill Becomes a Law

4. All US laws begin as bills. Congress works on bills. It takes a long time for bills to become laws. Every year, members of Congress introduce abut 5,000 bills. Only about 150 bills become laws.

8. All US laws begin as bills. Congress works on bills. It takes a long time for bills to become laws. Every year, members of Congress introduce about 5,000 bills. Only about 150 bills become laws.

9. All US laws begin as bills. Congress works on bills. It takes a long time for bills to become laws. Every year, members of Congress introduce about 5,000 bills. Only about 150 bills become laws.

11. Anyone can create an idea for a law. 1

12. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator1

13. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president 1

14. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 1

15. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! idea 1 An idea for a law becomes a bill.

22. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Members of Congress introduce bills. idea 1 An idea for a law becomes a bill.

23. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Members of Congress introduce bills. Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) idea 1 An idea for a law becomes a bill.

24. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. Members of Congress introduce bills. Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) idea 1 An idea for a law becomes a bill.

25. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. Members of Congress introduce bills. Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) idea 1 An idea for a law becomes a bill.

26. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) idea 1 An idea for a law becomes a bill.

27. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) idea 1 An idea for a law becomes a bill.

28. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) idea 1 + An idea for a law becomes a bill.

29. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) idea 1 + An idea for a law becomes a bill.

30. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 1 + An idea for a law becomes a bill.

31. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 1 + the House An idea for a law becomes a bill.

32. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 1 + the House An idea for a law becomes a bill.

33. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 5 Representatives vote on the bill. 1 + the House An idea for a law becomes a bill.

34. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 5 Representatives vote on the bill. 1 + the House An idea for a law becomes a bill.

35. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 5 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. 1 + the House An idea for a law becomes a bill.

36. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 5 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the Senate the House 1 + An idea for a law becomes a bill.

37. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the Senate the House 1 + An idea for a law becomes a bill.

38. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the House 1 + the Senate An idea for a law becomes a bill.

39. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the House 1 + the Senate An idea for a law becomes a bill.

40. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the Senate the House 1 + An idea for a law becomes a bill.

41. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the Senate the House 1 + An idea for a law becomes a bill.

42. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 1 + Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 the Senate the House Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. An idea for a law becomes a bill.

43. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 1 + 4 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 the Senate the House Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. An idea for a law becomes a bill.

44. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 1 + 4 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 the Senate the House Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. An idea for a law becomes a bill.

45. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 1 + 4 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 the Senate the House Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the President An idea for a law becomes a bill.

46. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 1 + 4 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 the Senate the House Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the President An idea for a law becomes a bill.

47. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 the House If the President likes it, he signs the bill. The bill becomes a law. 1 + the President 4 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the Senate An idea for a law becomes a bill.

48. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the House 1 + If the President likes it, he signs the bill. The bill becomes a law. the President 4 the Senate An idea for a law becomes a bill.

51. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the House the President 1 + If the President likes it, he signs the bill. The bill becomes a law. 4 the Senate An idea for a law becomes a bill.

52. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the President 1 + If the President likes it, he signs the bill. The bill becomes a law. the House 4 the Senate An idea for a law becomes a bill.

53. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. the President 1 + If the President does not like the bill, he vetoes it. the House 4 the Senate An idea for a law becomes a bill.

56. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 the President 1 + the House 4 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. If the President does not like the bill, he vetoes it. the Senate An idea for a law becomes a bill.

57. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 the President 1 + 4 the Senate the House Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. If the President does not like the bill, he vetoes it. An idea for a law becomes a bill.

58. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 the President 1 + 4 the Senate the House Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. If the President does not like the bill, he vetoes it. An idea for a law becomes a bill.

59. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 the President 1 + 4 the Senate the House Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. If the President does not like the bill, he vetoes it. Even if the President vetoes a bill, it can still become a law. An idea for a law becomes a bill.

60. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 the President 1 + 4 the Senate the House Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. If the President does not like the bill, he vetoes it. If two thirds of Congress likes the law, we can override the President's veto and we can make the bill a law. An idea for a law becomes a bill.

63. Anyone can create an idea for a law. * A Representative or a Senator * The president * You! 2 Bills begin in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A committee reviews the bill. They discuss pros and cons. Next, all of the Represen- tatives argue about the bill. - Members of Congress introduce bills. 3 Introduced in House (02/26/2018) Assault Weapons Ban of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to knowingly import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess a semiautomatic assault weapon (SAW) or large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD). The prohibition does not apply to a firearm that is: (1) manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action; (2) 4 idea 4 5 7 the President 1 + 4 Senators argue about the bill. Then, the Senators vote. If the Senate passes the bill, it moves to the White House. 6 Representatives vote on the bill. If the House passes the bill, it moves to the Senate. If the President does not like the bill, he vetoes it. If two thirds of Congress likes the law, we can override the President's veto and we can make the bill a law. the Senate the House An idea for a law becomes a bill.

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