In the legislative process, most bills die during Floor Action. Here's why:
1. **Floor Action**: This is the stage where the bill is debated and voted on by the entire legislative body (House of Representatives or Senate). Bills can die during this stage if they fail to gather enough support or votes to pass. If a bill fails to pass during the Floor Action, it is considered dead and will not move forward in the legislative process.
It's important to note that bills can also die in other stages of the legislative process:
- **Rules Committee**: This committee sets the terms for debate on a bill and can decide to block or delay its progress, effectively killing the bill.
- **Committee Action**: If a bill fails to make it out of committee (where it is reviewed, amended, and voted on), it will not proceed to the Floor Action and will die at this stage.
- **Conference Committee**: This committee resolves differences in the versions of a bill passed by the House and Senate. If an agreement cannot be reached, the bill can die in this committee.
Each stage of the legislative process presents opportunities for a bill to either advance or be halted. Understanding these stages is crucial for grasping where and why most bills may meet their end.
