"Explain the legislative process and the relative importance of key individuals and groups in that process. What happens to most bills? Describe the process by which a bill of law becomes law." The congressional agenda is a crowded bill bill, with approximately 11,000 bills introduced in each Congress. A bill is a written, idealized proposed law with precise legal language. Anyone can draft a bill, but only members of the House of Representatives or the Senate can formally submit it for consideration. A bill must go through many stages in both the House and Senate before it reaches the President, who can sign or veto it. Throughout the legislative process, there are also many important groups and individuals who strongly influence the outcome and results of the process. Article 1, Section 1, of the United States Constitution states that “All legislative powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and a House of Representatives.” The House of Representatives is made up of over 400 elected members who each represent their state in proportion to the state's total population. The Senate has over 100 senators, of which 2 representing each adopted state is called the “Legislative Process”. Submitting a bill to Congress is the first step in the legislative process. Anyone can propose an idea for a bill, however only members of the House or Senate can formally submit a bill for consideration. After being introduced, a bill is sent to the appropriate committee for consideration. Committee and subcommittee numbers and forms are changed with each new Congress as required for effective consideration... half of the document.... ...are the opinions of others on which we rely and trust Since the interest groups and lobbyists contribute to campaigns, people are more likely to listen to their donors than to each other. In summary, a bill has to climb many steps. to reach the Capitol in Washington. Bills are mostly introduced as a favor to a group or constituent. While some are quickly killed, others alter the course of our nation. There are countless influences on this legislative process that include the president, party members, lobbyists and interest groups. Without bills and bills we would not be able to strengthen civil obedience, politics, the economy and society. Without laws, our nation would descend into chaos. While there are redundant laws, there are many others that are necessary for the safety of our citizens and the stability of our government.