AP Government: Congressional Processes and Leadership

The video tutorial covers the Congressional committee system, explaining the roles of standing, joint, conference, and select committees. It details the leadership structure in Congress, including the Speaker of the House and the majority and minority leaders. The legislative processes in both the House and Senate are discussed, highlighting the rules committee, filibuster, and cloture. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content.

What is the primary function of standing committees in Congress?

• To conduct investigations on national issues

• To manage the budget of Congress

• To oversee the President's actions

• To work on legislation in specific subject areas

What is the purpose of a conference committee?

• To investigate national issues

• To oversee the implementation of laws

• To reconcile different versions of a bill from the House and Senate

• To draft new legislation

Who is the most powerful figure in the House of Representatives?

• The Vice President

• The Majority Leader

• The Speaker of the House

• The Minority Leader

What is the role of the Majority Leader in the Senate?

• To manage the Senate's budget

• To lead the majority party and guide legislative priorities

• To preside over the Senate and cast tie-breaking votes

• To oversee the appointment of committee members

What is the role of the House Rules Committee?

• To appoint committee chairpersons

• To oversee the budget

• To set the rules for floor debate

• To draft new bills

What is a discharge petition in the House?

• A method to remove a member from office

• A way to force a bill out of committee for a floor vote

• A process to amend a bill

• A tactic to delay a vote on a bill

What is a filibuster in the Senate?

• A tactic to delay or prevent a vote on a bill

• A method to fast-track a bill

• A committee meeting to discuss a bill

• A vote to end debate on a bill

How can a filibuster be ended in the Senate?

• By a cloture motion requiring a three-fifths majority

• By a unanimous consent agreement

• By the Vice President's decision

• By a simple majority vote

What is a 'hold' in the Senate?

• A method to fast-track a bill

• A vote to end debate on a bill

• A committee meeting to discuss a bill

• A request to delay a bill's consideration

What is the purpose of unanimous consent in the Senate?

• To reconcile different versions of a bill

• To require a supermajority for passing a bill

• To expedite the legislative process without debate

• To allow a single Senator to block a bill