A new law concerning federal taxes is being proposed in the Australian Parliament. If the House of Representatives votes in favor of this proposal, what is the next mandatory step in the legislative process before it can be sent to the Governor-General for Royal Assent?
- The proposal must be debated and passed by the SenateAnswer
- BThe proposal must be reviewed and approved by the High Court of Australia
- CThe proposal must be approved by a majority of voters in a national referendum
Answer
The proposal must be debated and passed by the Senate
In the Australian federal parliamentary system, a bill (a proposal for a new law) must be debated and passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Only after both houses have agreed to the bill can it be sent to the Governor-General to receive Royal Assent and officially become an Act of Parliament.
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept
Bicameral Legislative Process
Hints
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Think about the two 'houses' that make up the Australian Parliament.
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Australia has a House of Representatives and a Senate. Both must agree on a bill.
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If a bill has finished its journey in the Lower House, it must move to the Upper House next.
Practice More
Review the different roles of the House of Representatives and the Senate in the legislative process.
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