Legislative Branch

What does adjournment mean?

• Adjournment means the suspension of a meeting or session.
• Adjournment means to finalize a decision.
• Adjournment refers to the beginning of a meeting.
• Adjournment is a term for a type of vote.

What does pork barrel mean in Legislation?

• Pork barrel refers to a type of meat product.
• Pork barrel means a legislative process for international treaties.
• Pork barrel is a term for government spending on localized projects secured primarily to bring money to a representative's district.
• Pork barrel is a term for government spending on national defense.

What does bicameral legislature mean?

• A bicameral legislature is a type of executive branch.
• A bicameral legislature is a legislative body with two chambers.
• A bicameral legislature is a system of direct democracy.
• A unicameral legislature has three chambers.

What are committee chairs

• Committee chairs are elected by the general public to represent their interests.
• Committee chairs are responsible for taking minutes during meetings only.
• Committee chairs are members of the committee without any leadership role.
• Committee chairs are leaders of committees responsible for overseeing their functions and activities.

What is gerrymandering?

• A technique used to ensure equal representation in government.
• The process of drawing random district lines for elections.
• A method of increasing voter turnout in elections.
• Gerrymandering is the manipulation of electoral district boundaries to benefit a specific political party.

What does the term whips mean in legislation?

• Whips are a type of legislation used to enforce laws.
• Whips are members of the public who vote on legislation.
• Whips are tools used by legislators to draft bills.
• Whips are party officials in legislatures who ensure party discipline and manage voting.

What does the president pro tempore do?

• The president pro tempore represents the president in foreign affairs.
• The president pro tempore manages the budget of the Senate.
• The president pro tempore is the head of the House of Representatives.
• The president pro tempore presides over the Senate in the absence of the vice president.

What is the role of the Speaker of the House?

• The Speaker of the House represents the Senate in legislative matters.
• The Speaker of the House is responsible for drafting new laws.
• The Speaker of the House presides over House sessions and manages legislative proceedings.
• The Speaker of the House oversees the President's agenda in Congress.

What is an amendment?

• An amendment is a formal change or addition to a legal document.
• An amendment is a type of legal document.
• An amendment is a suggestion for a new law.
• An amendment is a summary of legal cases.

What role do lobbyist play?

• Lobbyists are responsible for enforcing laws and regulations.
• Lobbyists primarily focus on public relations and marketing.
• Lobbyists act as government officials to create new policies.
• Lobbyists play a role in influencing legislation and public policy on behalf of specific interests.