Legaslative Branch Flashcards
How many senators from each state?
2
How many senators are there?
100
Qualifications to be a senator?
30 years old, 9 years a citizen, live in the state represented
What fraction of the senate is up for reelection every two years?
1/3
How many terms can senators serve?
There is no max
Who fills a vacancy in the senate?
A special election is held by the governor
What does the legislative branch do?
Makes the laws
How many people are in the House of Representatives?
435
What is the term of office for the House of Representatives?
2 years
What are the requirements for the House of Representatives?
25 years old, a citizen for 7 years, love in the state represented.
Where does the senate an House of Representatives meet at?
The capital building in Washington D.C.
How many representatives are from our state?
18
Who presides over the House of Representatives?
The speaker
Who fills a vacancy in the House of Representatives?
The governor
Who has the power to impeach?
Senate
All revenue bills start where?
The House
Who passes bills?
The senate, and the house
Who ratifies treaties?
The senate
Who meets in the Capitol building?
The house an the senate
How many senators for Illinois?
2
Who takes over if Vice President is not present?
President Pro Tempore
What is a filibuster?
Expanding length of debate so bill does on floor
How many senators in the state government?
59
Qualifications of a state representative?
21 years old, resident for 2 years in your district
What does the comptroller do?
Pays bills, signs all checks
What is the job of the Secretary of State?
Keeps official records, licenses, marriage certificates
What does the Lt. Governor do?
Takes over for governor if necessary
What is the governor in the executive branch?
Chief executive officer
What amendment abolished Slavery?
The 13th
What amendment states there is no double jeopardy?
The 5th
When is the general election?
Tuesday after first Monday in November?
Who many votes are needed to win electoral college meets?
270
What happens if there is a tie?
House of rep decide by a vote
Who has the authority to impeach, approve judicial appointments made by president, power to institute new courts?
Legislative branch
Who can grant reprieves an pardons??
Executive branch
Who is the head of Supreme Court?
Chief Justice of Supreme Court
Who has the power to impeach?
Senate
All revenue bills start where?
The House
Who passes bills?
The senate, and the house
Who ratifies treaties?
The senate
Who meets in the Capitol building?
The house an the senate
How many senators for Illinois?
2
Who takes over if Vice President is not present?
President Pro Tempore
What is a filibuster?
Expanding length of debate so bill does on floor
How many senators in the state government?
59
Qualifications of a state representative?
21 years old, resident for 2 years in your district
What does the comptroller do?
Pays bills, signs all checks
What is the job of the Secretary of State?
Keeps official records, licenses, marriage certificates
What does the Lt. Governor do?
Takes over for governor if necessary
What is the governor in the executive branch?
Chief executive officer
What amendment abolished Slavery?
The 13th
What amendment states there is no double jeopardy?
The 5th
When is the general election?
Tuesday after first Monday in November?
Who many votes are needed to win electoral college meets?
270
What happens if there is a tie?
House of rep decide by a vote
Who has the authority to impeach, approve judicial appointments made by president, power to institute new courts?
Legislative branch
Who can grant reprieves an pardons??
Executive branch
Who is the head of Supreme Court?
Chief Justice of Supreme Court
