Legislative Vocab Flashcard

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Temporary joint committee to resolve bill differences.

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Conference Committee

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_____________________________ are composed of members from both the House and Senate.

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Joint Committee

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Drawing district boundaries for electoral advantage

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Gerrymander

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Term for initiation of revenue bills:

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Power of the Purse

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Power to levy income taxes is the

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16th amendment

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When the President refuses to sign a bill:

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Veto

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Assistant floor leaders for both majority and minority parties.

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Whips

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A proposed law originating in the House or Senate.

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Bill

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Presides over the House of Representatives and maintains order.

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Speaker of the House

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Presides over the Senate and is the Vice President

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President of the Senate