The principal function of the Legislature is the enactment of laws through the passage of bills. Generally, more than 1,000 bills are introduced in each legislative session, and a few hundred of those are enacted into law. This information memorandum provides an overview of the legislative process, including the preparation and introduction of bills and resolutions, amendment of bills, and enactment of laws. In addition, this information memorandum highlights informational resources relating to the legislative process, and provides a list of commonly used terms in the Legislature.