What is required for a bill to become law in Illinois?

For a bill to become law in Illinois, it must receive a majority vote in both chambers of the General Assembly, which includes the House of Representatives and the Senate. This means that more than half of the members present must support the bill during the voting process.

Once both chambers have passed the bill by majority vote, it is then sent to the Governor. The Governor can either approve the bill, allowing it to become law, or veto it. If the Governor vetoes the bill, the General Assembly has the option to override the veto with a three-fifths majority vote in both chambers. The requirement for a straightforward majority vote ensures that proposed legislation has adequate support from elected representatives before it becomes law, reflecting the democratic process in Illinois.