How Does a Federal Bill Become Law?
A U.S. federal bill must pass the House and Senate in identical form before presidential action. The president may sign it.
Lawmaking Basics
Congressional Bill Text Versions: Read the Right Copy
Read the version that matches your question, and record its Congress, bill type, number, version label and date.
Court SystemFederal vs. State Courts: A Structural Guide
Federal and state courts are separate U.S. court systems with different sources of authority and jurisdiction.