Concept:A bill is a proposed law that is still under consideration by the lawmaking body.
Explanation:A bill is a formal draft of a proposed law.
It is not yet a law until the legislature debates, amends, and passes it.
After the legislature passes a bill, it may be sent to the executive for approval.
At the stage described in the question, the bill is waiting for the legislature to consider it.
Therefore, the correct institution is the legislature.
Answer:C. legislature