How Our Laws Are Made
by
Charles W. Johnson
Parliamentarian
United States House of Representatives

Click here for a basic outline of the steps of federal lawmaking process. The majority of laws originate in the House of Representatives, and discussion focuses principally on the procedure in that body.

Enactment of a Law
by
Robert B. Dove
Parliamentarian
United States Senate

Click here for an overview of the lawmaking process in the Senate, and an outline of the Senate’s power of advise and consent with regard to treaties and nominations.

For a brief contrast of the procedures of the senate and house of representatives, click here.

How a Bill becomes a Law
by
Charles W. Johnson
Parliamentarian
United States House of Representatives

Click here for a basic outline of the steps of Ohio lawmaking process.