EXAM Legislative Process

Question 1

Stage 1

Answer 1

Introduction and first reading- Bill is introduced

Question 2

Stage 2

Answer 2

Second reading - purpose of bill is explained, debated, and voted on

Question 3

Stage 3

Answer 3

Consideration- Bill is considered in detail

Question 4

Stage 4

Answer 4

Third reading- Bill is voted on in its final form

Question 5

Stage 5

Answer 5

Bill passes first house

Question 6

Stage 6

Answer 6

Same procedure in second house

Question 7

Stage 7

Answer 7

Bill passes second house

Question 8

Stage 8

Answer 8

Royal assent- Governor General or governor signs the bill before it becomes a law

Question 9

Stage 9

Answer 9

Proclamation- act comes into operation

Question 10

Stage 10

Answer 10

Bill becomes a law