Where must bills for raising revenue start?
Bills for raising revenue must start in the House of Representatives.
Short AnswerIn the House
Explanation
How Congress WorksThe Origination Clause in Article I, Section 7 says revenue bills start in the House. The Senate can still propose or agree to amendments, as on other bills.
Source
- U.S. Constitution, Article I, Section 7, Clause 1 ↗
All Bills for raising Revenue shall originate in the House of Representatives; but the Senate may propose or concur with Amendments as on other Bills.
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