What is a Bill?
A bill is a formal written document submitted to a legislative body for discussion and consideration. It is a proposal for legislation that, if approved, will become law.
Types of Bills
- Private Member’s Bill
- Government Bill
- Money Bill
How Bills are Passed
Bills go through several stages of scrutiny, including readings and debates, before they can be passed into law.
Examples of Bills
Recent bills include the Affordable Care Act in the USA and the Brexit Bill in the UK.
Case Study: Affordable Care Act
The Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, was a highly controversial bill in the USA. It aimed to provide affordable healthcare to all Americans.
Statistics on Bills
According to a study, over 10,000 bills are introduced in the US Congress every year, but only a fraction of them become law.
