When does a committee hold a markup session What is the purpose of this session?

A committee holds a markup session after it has reviewed a proposed bill or legislation, typically following hearings and discussions. The purpose of this session is to debate, amend, and refine the bill before it is sent to the full legislative body for consideration. During markup, committee members can make changes to the text, discuss its implications, and ultimately decide whether to advance the bill to the next stage of the legislative process.