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Reporting a Bill

Congressalso called ordered to be reported, ordered reported, reported favorably, reported by the committee, reported in the House, reported in the Senate

When a committee sends a bill back to the full chamber with its recommendation, often with amendments and a written report, so it can be considered on the floor.

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  1. Congress Guide: What does it mean when a committee reports a bill?

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