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The three jobs of the President as Chief legislator is to influence Congress in passing new laws, making a speech in Congress, and signing a bill of Congress. In addition, he can veto bills.
Yes, the minority party can introduce a bill in Congress. While the majority party typically has more influence over the legislative agenda, minority party members can sponsor and submit bills for consideration. These bills can still be debated, amended, and voted on, although their chances of passing are often lower without majority support.
On the floor or the House or Senate
Congress is most influenced by lobbyists. The lobbyists write bills for the members of congress so the people they work for are protected or provided for in bills. Lobbyists also give free gifts, memberships, dinners, trips, and tickets to congress to influence their votes.
I heard from a credible source that only 10% of bills are read before being voted on.
Most bills before Congress
In Congress, bills are sent to the committees.
Absolutely not. Records are meticulously taken when bills are debated, and anyone can see how their Congressman/Senator voted on any issue. Congressional votes are a matter of public record. --Charlie G.
Congress
National Rifle Association
conditions under which bills are debated and amended