Congress and Legislative Branch

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What is the role of Congress?

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To make laws, represent the people, and oversee the government.

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What is not the role of Congress?

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To enforce international treaties

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Describe the duties performed by those in Congress.

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Serving on committees.

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How can a person learn about the personal and political backgrounds of members of Congress?

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Research their biographies, official websites, and voting records.

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What is the difference between a term and a session of Congress?

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The term refers to the two-year period during which Congress meets, while the session refers to the period of time each year when Congress assembles and conducts business.

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Describe when a President can end a session of Congress.

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The President can end a session of Congress when there is a disagreement between the two houses on the time of adjournment.

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What types of privileges and compensations do members of Congress have?

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Salary, allowances, travel expenses, and healthcare benefits.

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In what way does Congress’s oversight function provide a process of checks and balances?

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By monitoring the executive branch and ensuring it is acting within the law and in the best interest of the public.

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Who sets the salary of Congress?

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Ethics Reform Act of 1989 and subsequent legislation AKA The Legislative Branch

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Who says: "What ever my people want I want."

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Delagate