How a Bill Becomes a Law Student NameInstructorCourseDateHow a bill becomes a law at the national (Federal) levelIn order for a bill to become a law, there are potentially 10 steps that are followed. They include:Step 1 – A bill is born: A bill can be drafted by anyone. However, only the Congress members have the permission of introducing legislation and by that process, become sponsors. Despite a member of Congress introducing the bill, the president, the head of the federal agency, can also make proposition to it. Step 2 – Committee action: The bill is referred to a committee after being introduced. It is carefully examined at this stage and its chances of passage are determined. If the committee does not act on the bill, it is, therefore, effectively dead.Step 3 – Subcommittee review: The bill is submitted to a subcommittee for study and hearings. This provides an opportunity of recording the views provided by the executive branch, experts, supporters, and opponents of the legislation. Step 4 – Mark up: After the hearings, the subcommittee may have to make changes and amendments prior to recommending the bill to the full committee. Step