👉 Precongressional refers to a process in which legislation is considered and debated before it becomes law, or before Congress has had a chance to consider it. This can occur for a variety of reasons, such as due diligence or concern over potential loopholes or unintended consequences. In the context of politics, precongressional processes often involve extensive consultation with various stakeholders, including members of Congress, lobbyists, and interested parties, to gather information about legislation before it is released into the public domain. This