Purpose of Legislative Amendments

Easy Unit 2: Branches Of Government Legislative Process

Within the U.S. legislative process, bills often undergo various revisions and discussions before they are finalized. One important method through which members of Congress can express their opinions and suggest changes to a bill is by proposing amendments. What is the primary purpose of introducing an amendment to a bill in Congress?

To delay the voting process on a bill.

To change or improve the content of the bill.

To withdraw a bill from consideration.

To ensure that a bill passes without any revisions.

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