Who makes federal laws?

[riya]

Who makes federal laws in a country? I want to understand which branch of government is responsible for creating federal laws and how the law-making process works. Is it done by the parliament or congress alone, or are other authorities involved in approving federal laws?

 

[robert]

The legislative branch of government, which is primarily the United States Congress, develops federal laws. Congress consists of two sections, the United States Senate and the United States House of Representatives. The two houses of the congress introduce, discuss and pass bills. Upon being passed through both houses and signing by the president, then it becomes a federal law.

 

[dominic]

"Federal laws are made by the United States Congress, which is bicameral and consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate. The House is responsible for initiating laws, while the Senate reviews and revises them. Once both chambers agree on a bill, it's sent to the President for signature or veto."

 

[vanka]

Federal laws in the United States are made by the United States Congress, which consists of two chambers: the U.S. House of Representatives and the United States Senate. Members propose bills, debate them, and vote. If both chambers pass a bill, it is sent to the President of the United States, who can sign it into law or veto it.