Flashcard on Definitions

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Definition: formally introduced legislation

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bill

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Definition: a member of the U.S. Senate elected to represent an entire state

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U. S. Senator

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Definition: a rule established by government or other source of authority to regulate people's conduct or activities

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law

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A position within a legislative body that is filled by a member who is elected by the majority party to serve as the chief spokesperson for that party, in addition to managing and scheduling business.

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speaker of the house

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A permanent committee established under the standing rules of both houses of Congress with specific responsibilities and jurisdictions.

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standing committee

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A permanent committee established under the standing rules of both houses of Congress that focuses on a special subject area; may also be a temporary committee used for investigative purposes.

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special/select committee

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The branch of government that makes the laws

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legislative branch

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A law enacted at the state level

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statute

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A vote in which a candidate or public policy issue receives more than half (50% +1) of the votes

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majority vote