It's not a law until it is passed by the legislature and signed by the executive. That's true (with a few exceptions) for both federal and state governments.
So while you're waiting for passage, what else can you say besides "the bill"? Try these:
* Proposal
* Measure
* Legislation
* Plan
* Blueprint
Be sure not to call it a law until it is one.
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