What the House and Senate do
The House and Senate are two separate chambers with different rules and roles; both must usually agree for a bill to become law.
Plain-language explanation
The House and Senate are two separate chambers with different rules and roles; both must usually agree for a bill to become law.
Example
Some bills start in the House, others in the Senate; both debate and vote before a bill advances.
Why it matters
Knowing the differences helps you follow where a bill is and who to contact.