Legislative Branch Explained - How a Bill Becomes a Law

How does a bill become a law in Washington? And how does it differ from the U.S. Congress?
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Organizing Concepts:
Legislative branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability
Discussion Questions:
❓Where do the ideas for bills come from? Who can draft a bill in WA? Who can introduce a bill?
❓Can bills in WA have more than one subject? Why or why not?
❓What are four things that can happen to a bill during a committee’s executive session?
❓What is a fiscal note and how does it affect the legislative process?
❓What happens if the governor refuses to sign a bill?
❓Why is it difficult to pass legislation in Washington state? What are some of the ways in which a bill can “die” in the process?
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What this video is about:
In this video WA Legislative Branch series, students and viewers will learn about how Washington State’s legislative branch is designed to ensure a citizen legislature and allow for public engagement in the legislative process.. This episode focuses on how a bill becomes a law in Washington State and some key differences in the legislative process on the state and federal levels.
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[@cutieteal]

This is just so good. I learned so much! Thank you Mr. Feise for allowing us students to watch such good content. :)

[@justinwika9664]

came for the video, stayed for the comments

[@mileshardin6906]

the sound only comes out of one sidde of the headphones.

[@larryfowler3152]

Im all done with the law in washington state becouse when wa. State law protects people who harm you emotionally and physically and makes victims into criminals then im all done with the law in wa. State the law enforcement in wa. State are nolonger my authoritys , lady fowler