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no. if he does not sign his approval on a bill after 10 days, if becomes law without his signature unless Congress has gone into recess during those 10 days, in which case, the bill is effectively vetoed ( the so-called pocket veto.)

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Yes, but requires a two-thirds majority vote in the House.

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No. If the president vetoes a bill but 2/3 of Congress overrides the veto, then the bill can still become a law.

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When does bill become a law?

When it is signed by the president


If a president does not act on a bill within 10 days what happens?

If the Congress is still in session, the bill becomes a law after 10 days even if the President has not signed it or vetoed it. If the President vetoed the bill, Congress has to override the veto in order for it to become a law. If the President has not signed the bill within 10 days and the Congress is not in session, it does not become a law. This is called a "pocket veto."


What is the final step before a national bill become a law?

It must be signed by a president


When the president signs a bill does it become a law?

Yes, the president can sign a bill that become a law.


Who signs bill into law?

Normally, state laws are signed by the Governor, and federal laws are signed by the President. If the president does not sign, the bill will still become law in 10 days unless Congress goes out of session before the president has had the bill for 10 days.


Which us president signed the income tax bill to become a law?

Abraham Lincoln signed the first income tax bill in1861. It was later declared unstitutional.


When the president signs a bill it becomes a law?

A bill does become a law when a president signs it, but a bill can also become a law without the presidents signature.


When did the Financial Services Modernization Act become law?

The Financial Services Modernization Act was signed into law by President Bill Clinton in late 1999.


What is a law called before it is officially declared a law by congress and signed by the president?

Before a law is a law it is called a Bill.


Can a bill become law without the President's signature?

Yes, after the President veto's a bill, it goes back to Congress and if they can get a 2/3 majority to vote for it then it becomes law.


How does a bill become a law in US?

A BILL does not automatically become a LAW. It must be passed and sent to the President. Only when the President signs the bill does it become law.See below link:


When was the bill passed?

November 30th 1993, by signed into law by President Bill Clinton.