Legislative Branch

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What are two things Congressmen must balance?

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National Interests & Constituents

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After a bill is introduced in either the House or Senate, what is the next step?

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It goes to the Standing Committee.

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Where can a bill be filibustered?

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The Senate

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How long can a senator serve? A representative?

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6 years; 2 years

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Reapportionment of house seats is based on what?

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State Population

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Why must the Senate approve the President's Supreme Court Justice nominations?

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It allows part of the Legislative branch to check the power of the Executive branch

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What is the purpose of the Conference Committee?

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Members of the House and Senate come together to determine a compromise between the House and Senate versions of a bill

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What is the primary purpose of the Legislative Branch?

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To write laws.

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Which of the following is NOT a unique power of the Senate? "Power of the Purse", Ratify treaties, hold impeachment trials, make presidential appointments/confirmation power

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"Power of the Purse"

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Which of the following is a unique power of the house? Options: power to elect a president (if no electoral majority), "power of the purse"/raise taxes, impeach federal officials, all of the above

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all of the above