Government Glossary
Legislative Process
The steps by which a proposal is introduced, considered, amended, passed by Congress, and, when approved, becomes law.
Plain-English Meaning
In the Guide to Government, this term should be read in context: who has legal authority, what public process is being used, where official records can be verified, and what practical choices a citizen or public official can make. Understanding the term helps visitors move from a headline or document title to the actual institution, deadline, power, or right involved.