The Legislative Branch Flashcards

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How many members in the House and Senate?

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House = 435 Senate = 100

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Reapportionment

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the process by which congressional districts are redrawn and seats are redistributed among states in the House. Reapportionment occurs every ten years, when census data reports shifts in the population of districts. Each district must have an equal number of residents

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Length of terms for members of the House and Senate

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House = 2 years Senate = 6 years

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Powers of Congress

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make laws, declare war, impeach and try federal officers, purse, approve presidential appointments, approve treaties, oversight and investigations

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Casework – what is it and prove an example

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response or services that members of congress provide to constituents who request assistance. Ex: applying for social security, education, applying to a military service academy

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How can a bill be sent to the president?

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a bill must pass both houses of Congress before it goes to the President for consideration

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Impeachment – who is the cop and who is the jury?

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the House is given the right to accuse and the Senate is given the right to judge

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Filibuster

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a tactic used in the Senate to extend a debate to obstruct or delay legislation

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The Senate and appointment power

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nominations/appointments are made by the president, but with the advice and consent of the Senate

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How can Congress override a presidential veto?

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by passing the act by a two-thirds vote in both the House and the Senate

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