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The federal level of the legislative branch consists of ...
The Senate and House of Representatives
In Virginia, at the state level the legislative branch consists of
The Senate and The House of Delegates
The first step in the lawmaking process is
Proposing a bill
How many senators does the state of Virginia have at the Federal level?
Two
A legislature that is divided into two chambers or houses is called. (Daily Double)
Bicameral
How long is a term for a House Representative?
2 years
100
What is the process called that a government official goes through when they are suspected of committing a crime?
Impeachment
How old must a representative be at the federal level?
25
Another word for Enumerated Powers is..
Expressed, Explicit, or Delegated
Who breaks a tie for votes in the federal legislative branch
Vice President of the United States
How does the legislative branch check the executive branch? (give at least one way)
By overriding a veto, impeachments, approve or disapprove appointments
What is the name of a person hired to influence legislation on behalf of citizens or interest groups?
Lobbyist
How long must a person be a citizen to be elected as a House Representative?
Can two versions of a bill be passed? Yes or No. What is the process?
No, it must be sent to Conference Committee.
Bill regarding money must originate where for the state of Virginia?
House of Delegates
Bills regarding money must originate where for the federal government
House of representatives
What clause gives congress their implied powers?
The Elastic Clause
How are the number of Representatives distributed between states?
Results of population in each state by the Census.
Who is the chairperson of the senate?
Vice President
Who is responsible for approving the state budget?
Virginia General Assembly
What is the name for local/county legislatures?
Board of Supervisors or County Board
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435
Necessary and Proper powers are described as
Implied Powers
To override a presidential veto congress must have what number of votes?
Two-Thirds