Theory question 102
LegislatureOutline five processes by which a bill becomes law in a presidential system of government.
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Model answer
1. Drafting and first reading: the bill is introduced and its title read.
2. Second reading: general debate on its principles.
3. Committee stage: detailed clause-by-clause study and amendment.
4. Report stage: committee reports to the whole house.
5. Third reading: final debate and vote.
6. Passage in the other chamber (bicameral) and harmonisation by a conference committee.
7. Presidential assent; if vetoed, it can be overridden by two-thirds majority in each house (Nigeria).
8. Gazetting/publication.
Explanation
Give the stages in order.