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Congressional stuff test 2/6/19

Terms in this set (19)

two sessions per term
what is the relationship between congressional terms and sessions?
Sessions begin in January each year, and adjourn is agreed upon
When do congressional sessions begin and end?
August or September
When do congressional sessions usually adjourn?
Speaker of the House
Elected from the majority party
Floor leaders
Elected in party caucuses to guide proposed laws through Congress
Party whips
Persuade members to vote for legislation
Vice President
According to the Constitution, presides over the Senate but only votes to break a tie
President Pro Tempore
Fills in for the vice president when necessary
Study all Bills before they are considered by Congress
What do congressional Committees do?
Committee Assignments
What are the committee members nominated to do?
At least two standing committees
How many standing committees do Senators serve?
Only two standing committees
How many standing committees do Representatives serve?
secret vote
What are heads of committee chosen by?
Regulating and encouraging trade and industry, defending the country, enforcing laws, and providing for growth
What are the five major areas in which Congress makes laws?
Allows congress to stretch its delegates powers to manage new situations
What does the Elastic Clause mean?
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