Provisions as to introduction and passing of Bills
Article 196 — Provisions as to introduction and passing of Bills
to the provisions of articles 198 and 207 with respect to Money Bills and other financial Bills, a Bill may originate in either House of the Legislature of a State which has a Legislative Council. (2) Subject to the provisions of articles 197 and 198, a Bill shall not be deemed to have been passed by the Houses of the Legislature of a State having a Legislative Council unless it has been agreed to by both Houses, either without amendment or with such amendments only as are agreed to by both Houses. (3) A Bill pending in the Legislature of a State shall not lapse by reason of the prorogation of the House or Houses thereof. (4) A Bill pending in the Legislative Council of a State which has not been passed by the Legislative Assembly shall not lapse on a dissolution of the Assembly. (5) A Bill which is pending in the Legislative Assembly of a State, or which having been passed by the Legislative Assembly is pending in the Legislative Council, shall lapse on a dissolution of the Assembly.
Plain English Summary
This article explains the rules for how a Bill (a proposed law) can be introduced and passed in a State Legislature, especially those with a Legislative Council. It sets conditions for when a Bill is considered officially passed by the state.
Key Points
- A Bill can start in any State Legislature that has a Legislative Council.
- For a Bill to be considered passed by both Houses of a State Legislature, it must be agreed upon by both houses, either as is or with agreed amendments.
- A pending Bill in a State Legislature will not automatically end (lapse) just because the House is adjourned (prorogation).
- Rules exist regarding when a Bill lapses depending on whether it is pending in the Assembly or Council during an Assembly dissolution.
Why It Matters
This article ensures that legislative processes in State governments are clearly defined, ensuring that laws are properly agreed upon by both parts of the state legislature before they become law.
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