New Law
The creation of new laws and regulations by federal, state, and local governments is a key function of our democratic system of government. This process allows elected representatives to create policies that reflect the priorities and concerns of their constituents, and is essential to shaping public policy and responding to changing social conditions.
Legislative processes differ among jurisdictions, but generally involve drafting bills, committee review, floor debate and voting, and oversight by executive and administrative agencies. Developing new laws requires thoughtful consideration of a wide range of issues, and is often time-consuming. New legislation is also created in response to a variety of events and trends, from economic crises and natural disasters to social movements and civil rights advancements.
A legislative committee can play an important role in the lawmaking process by providing a focused environment for examination of proposed new laws, allowing detailed analysis and discussion to take place before a bill reaches the full chamber for a vote. A committee’s work can ultimately help to streamline legislation and make it more effective.
How does political polarization affect the creation of new laws in Congress? Examine the impact of political partisanship on legislative committees, floor debate, and the voting process for bills in Congress.
The City’s privacy law includes a requirement for certain businesses to report when private information has been accessed, disclosed or used by an unauthorized person. This bill would expand that requirement to include any breach involving personal identification information, including names and email addresses. It would also make the City’s data breach reporting requirements more consistent with State law.
