A member of Congress introduces a bill into his or her legislative chamber. … When a majority in the House, and in the Senate, agree the bill should become law, it is signed and sent to the president. The president may sign the act of Congress into law, or he may veto it.

How does the legislature pass laws?

In order to pass legislation and send it to the President for his signature, both the House and the Senate must pass the same bill by majority vote. If the President vetoes a bill, they may override his veto by passing the bill again in each chamber with at least two-thirds of each body voting in favor.

What branch makes the laws?

The Legislative Branch enacts legislation, confirms or rejects Presidential appointments, and has the authority to declare war. This branch includes Congress (the Senate and House of Representatives) and several agencies that provide support services to Congress.