Georgia State Government Flashcard

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How long must a candidate have been a Georgia resident to qualify for the Senate?

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Two years

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Which body is the Georgia General Assembly composed of?

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The Senate and the House of Representatives

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What ensures that Georgia’s legal framework aligns with the needs and interests of its citizens?

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The General Assembly

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What is the purpose of public input in the committee process?

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To provide a platform for public feedback

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What happens during the process of a bill becoming a law where the bill is in the committee stage?

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Committees debate and vote on bills

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What happens if the committee approves a bill?

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It proceeds to the full chamber for further consideration.

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What occurs when a bill is sent to either the Senate or the House of Representatives?

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The bill is read and debated, and a final vote is taken.

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What does the budget proposal process begin with?

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The governor proposing an annual budget

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What happens once the budget is debated and passed by both chambers?

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It becomes law.

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What is one action the governor can take if they do not sign or veto a bill, known as a pocket veto?

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The bill becomes law after time expires.