Legislative Process Flashcards
1
Q
Introduction and first reading
A
Bill is first introduced to the house
2
Q
Second reading
A
Bill is explained, debated and voted on
3
Q
Third reading
A
Bill is voted on its final form and considered in detail
4
Q
What happens in the second house?
A
Intro/first reading
Second reading
Third reading
5
Q
Royal assent
A
Governor-General/ Governor signs the bill
6
Q
Proclamation
A
Act comes into operation
7
Q
What happens after proclamation
A
Bill becomes the law
