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Texas Legislature 101: How bills become laws — and how you can participate in the process
Here’s a rundown of how legislation moves through the Capitol, the ways lawmakers operate and who the power players are.
Here's what to expect when Congress convenes to certify the presidential vote
Congress is gathering for a joint session to certify the results of the 2024 election, the final step before President-elect ...
Republicans in Congress, it is time to deliver results
Republicans should focus their energy on getting results quickly in three policy areas: securing the border, unleashing ...
How does a bill become a law in Iowa? Plus, what else to know as the 2025 session begins
Here's what to know about the legislative process in Iowa before the Iowa Legislature kicks off its 2025 session on Jan. 13.
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How Congress Has Used 'Reconciliation' Most Recently
Reconciliation is a two-stage process in which reconciliation instructions are included in the budget resolution directing the appropriate committees to develop legislation achieving the desired ...
House Democrats take oath of office in secret 2 days before legislative session starts, sparking outrage
Democrats took that unprecedented step because of their plans to boycott the first day of session in an effort to keep Republicans from organizing as a majority and taking control of the chamber with ...
The 119th Congress begins tomorrow. Here's what to know.
The 119th Congress begins Friday with Republicans in full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019. Here ...