Steps to have territory become a state

The proposed state cast a ballot on the issue.

The proposed state authoritatively petitions Congress for Statehood.

The proposed state must ensure it is following the constitution for its administration.

Both the Senate and the House vote with a lion's share to acknowledge the state.

The president signs the bill.

The territory that proposes to be a state votes on the matter and then oficially asks for Statehood to the Congress. Both the House and Senate must vote for it with majority. Finally, the President signs the respective Bill.

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