Congress Structure
How many houses of Congress are there?
2
The 1st step in the law-making process
Introduction by a Senator OR represenative
How is representation in the House determined?
Population
What type of committee is permanent
Standing
In what two ways was the Black vote limited prior to the 1960s?
Poll Tax
Literacy Tests
How many members are in the Senate?
100
True or False: Only Congress can Regulate trade
True
Each voting district gets __ representative(s) in the house
1
Who is Culpeper's Representative?
Eugene Vindman
What happens to taxes when the government spends more money?
Taxes increase
How long is a term in the House of Representatives?
2 years
Impeach means
Formally Accuse
What is the age requirement for the House of Representatives?
25
What is a joint committee?
A committee comprised of both members of the Senate and House
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 did what
Eliminated discrimination (segregation) in all public spaces
How long is a term in the Senate?
6 years
What legislative mechanism ensures minority opinions are considered and heard, reflecting democratic principles?
Hint: Can only be done on the Senate floor and delays a bill
Filibuster
The process of manipulating a district to favor 1 party
Gerrymandering
Name all current Virginia Senators
Tim Kaine, Mark Warner
When the economy is in a downturn and unemployment is high, the government spends ________
More
What is the Upper House of Congress?
Senate
When a committee ignores a law, it is called what?
Pigeon-Holding
17th Amendment
Direct Election of Senators
Select Committee
When the economy is growing, how does Congress manage inflation?
Cutting Spending