Congress and Legislative Processes Flashcard

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What is the law-making body of 2 houses called?

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Bicameral legislature

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What is the process of drawing congressional district lines to favor a political party called?

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Gerrymandering

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What is the term for legal protection given to members of Congress?

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Immunity

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What is the removal of a person from an institution, such as Congress, for serious misconduct called?

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Expulsion

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What is the formal disapproval of the actions of a member of Congress by the other members called?

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Censure

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How often are seats in the House of Representatives apportioned?

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Every 10 years

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What is the yearly salary of each member of Congress?

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$165,200

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What are the qualifications for members of the House of Representatives?

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At least 25 years old, citizen for 7 years, resident of the state

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What are the qualifications for members of the Senate?

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At least 30 years old, citizen for 9 years, resident of the state

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What are the two houses of the bicameral legislature?

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Senate and House of Representatives