Study topic
The Parliament and how laws are made
Laws in Australia are made by an elected parliament with two houses. Knowing how a bill becomes law is regularly tested in the government and law chapter.
Key facts to remember
- ◆ The House of Representatives has over 150 members elected from electorates.
- ◆ The Senate has 76 senators, with 12 from each state and 2 from each territory.
- ◆ A bill must be passed by both houses to become a law.
- ◆ After both houses agree, the Governor-General gives Royal Assent.