[Politics Glossary]

bill

Defined
A bill is a written proposal for a new law or to change an old law. It must be sponsored by a member of the House or Senate, then debated and approved by both chambers and signed by the president to become law.

Look Up Terms

By Category:

Alphabetically:

Surprise Me »

187 words and phrases catalogued so far.

Recently Added:

Contribute Terms:

There's a treasure trove (or minefield) of political words and phrases out there. Are we missing a stunning example of political wordsmithery? Is there a term that stumps you? Tell us about it.

 

 

© The Washington Post Company