HOW A BILL BECOMES A LAWOnline version Match the descriptions with the steps. by Shelley k 1 The bill is read for the first time and printed. 2 The bill receives royal assent after being passed by both Houses. 3 Committee members study the bill clause by clause. 4 Members debate and vote on the bill 5 Members debate the bill's principle. 6 The bill follows a similar process in the Senate. 7 Members can make other amendments.