The U.S. federal government was created in 1789 under the United States Constitution. This document establishes information on bills and the judiciary laws. Federal Law-making Process. The process of creating federal laws begins with a bill being introduced into Congress by either the President or one of its members. A bill must be read on the floor, debated, amended and […]

Laws have been part of global culture for centuries. Ancient civilizations developed legal codes that governed behavior among members of society. Over time, these early codes evolved into something more complex. As societies progressed, so did their laws. Laws now exist to protect us from harm, help us settle conflicts, punish those who break them, and establish boundaries for interacting […]