A public [[bill]] or joint resolution that has passed both chambers and been enacted into [[law]]. Public laws have general applicability nationwide. <ref>[http://www.senate.gov/reference/glossary_term/appropriation.htm] US Senate Reference</ref> | A public [[bill]] or joint resolution that has passed both chambers and been enacted into [[law]]. Public laws have general applicability nationwide. <ref>[http://www.senate.gov/reference/glossary_term/appropriation.htm] US Senate Reference</ref> |