Legislative Branch Practice Flashcard

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After the bill is introduced, it is sent to ___?

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a committee for investigation and debate

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What happens to a bill after it is approved by both houses of Congress?

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It is sent to the president for approval.

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Which committee is responsible for resolving differences in a bill passed by both the House and the Senate?

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The Conference Committee

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If the president vetoes a bill, what can Congress do?

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Override the veto with a two-thirds majority in both houses.

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What happens to a bill if the president chooses to not take action if Congress not in session?

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The bill dies.

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A permanent committee that deals with bills on a specific topic is called

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standing committee

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The House of Representatives bringing impeachment charges on a President is an example of what Constitutional principle?

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Checks and balances

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How are committee assignments and chairpersons in Congress chosen?

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Committee assignments are chosen by party leadership

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After a bill passes the standing committee, what happens next?

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The bill is sent to the floor for debate and voting.

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What are powers that are listed in the US Constitution called?

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Enumerated powers