Exploring the New York State Legislature

What is the primary role of the New York State Legislature?

• To enforce state laws

• To interpret state laws

• To create and pass state laws

• To manage state finances

Which of the following is a power of the New York State Legislature?

• Appointing judges to the state courts

• Vetoing bills

• Declaring war

• Passing state budgets

What is the first step in the process of a bill becoming a law in New York State?

• The Governor signs the bill

• The bill is introduced in the state legislature

• The bill is voted on by the public

• The bill is reviewed by the Supreme Court

How can the New York State Legislature check the power of the Governor?

• By overriding a Governor's veto with a two-thirds vote

• By electing a new Governor

• By passing laws without the Governor's approval

• By impeaching the Governor for no reason

Who is the leader of the New York State Assembly?

• The Governor

• The Speaker of the Assembly

• The President of the Senate

• The Majority Leader

What role does the New York State Senate play in the legislative process?

• It is the only chamber that can introduce bills

• It reviews and votes on bills passed by the Assembly

• It enforces the laws passed by the Assembly

• It nominates Supreme Court justices

What happens if the New York State Legislature passes a bill and the Governor vetoes it?

• The bill becomes law immediately

• The bill is sent to the public for a vote

• The bill is returned to the Legislature for a possible override

• The bill is discarded and cannot be reconsidered

Which of the following is a check that the New York State Legislature has over the Judiciary?

• The Legislature can pass laws that the Judiciary must follow

• The Legislature can appoint judges without any other approval

• The Legislature can remove judges from office through impeachment

• The Legislature can overturn court decisions

What is the term used for the two houses of the New York State Legislature?

• The Congress

• The Parliament

• The Bicameral Legislature

• The Dual Chambers

In the New York State Legislature, what is the role of the Majority Leader?

• To preside over the Senate

• To represent the state in federal matters

• To lead the majority party in the Senate

• To appoint members to the state courts