Question 505

The guide outlines the legislative process. In the House of Commons, what is the immediate next step for a bill after the Second Reading, where members debate its main principle?

  1. AIt receives Royal Assent
  2. BIt goes to the Committee Stage
  3. CIt is sent to the Senate
  4. DIt undergoes Third Reading
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: B) It goes to the Committee Stage

Explanation

According to the steps provided for how a bill becomes law, the Committee Stage immediately follows the Second Reading. During the Committee Stage, members study the bill in detail, clause by clause.

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