Unit 5 - Legislative Branch Vocab - VA Civics SOL

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What does the term "Enact" mean?

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To go into effect

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Which term refers to "Business and trade"?

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Commerce

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What are "Expressed Powers"?

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Powers specifically listed in the Constitution

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What is a "Bill"?

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An idea that could become a law

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What does "Biennial" mean?

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Occurring every two years

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What does "Originate" mean?

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To begin

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What are "Concurrent Powers"?

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Powers shared between the federal and state governments

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What is an "Ordinance"?

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A local law

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What is a "Pocket Veto"?

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The president does not sign or directly veto the bill.

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What is a discussion from two different viewpoints on a specific topic called?

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Debate