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second reading

sec·ond read·ing (plural sec·ond read·ings)


noun 
Definition:
 
second presentation of bill: the second presentation of a bill to a legislature as part of the process of turning the bill into law. In the U.S. Congress, it follows the committee stage and precedes a full debate and opportunity for amendment.

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