How a Bill Becomes a Law

One-on-one interviews with prominent legislators, lobbyists and special interest group representatives carefully explain how a bill is conceived, moved through or killed in committee, amended, prepared for a vote, and sent for the President's or Governor's signature. Helps students evaluate how political, economic, social, regional, and moral considerations are taken into account when legislators make laws that affect the people of the United States. Taking a look at both the state and national legislatures, this opens viewers' minds to the vital role the legislative process plays in their lives and how individuals and groups can have a voice in shaping the laws that govern our country.