How Does the Legislative Process Work?

Learn more about how our federal government works in this section. You can see how bills move through Congress to become laws, who is involved in the process, and how you can make a difference.


Three Branches of Government

How a Bill Becomes a Law

Guidelines for Visiting Public Officials

Advocacy Rules for Nonprofits

Congressional Calendar

Key Congressional Committees

Key Federal Agencies

SURVIVOR PROFILES

Merv Williams, three-year prostate cancer survivor

Life has many challenges, but it’s our response to the toughest tests that proves our mettle. When I was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2007, I knew I had no other choice but to survive first and then make the most of my experience.
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