Structure of Congress
What does Bicameral mean?
Two-house legislature
How many members are in the HOR
435
What is the title for the leader of the House of Representatives
Speaker of the House
What are the powers listed in the Constitution called?
Expressed (enumerated) powers
Where does a bill go after it is introduced?
Committee
What are the houses of Congress
The House of Representatives and The Senate
How many Senators are there?
100
What is the title for the leader of the Senate
President Pro Tempore
What are powers not directly listed called?
Implied Powers
Who can introduce a bill?
A member of Congress
How long is one term of Congress?
2 years
How long is a term for the HOR
2 years
What type of committee is permanent?
Standing Committee
What clause allows Congress to stretch its powers?
Elastic Clause
How can Congress override a veto?
With a 2/3 vote
What is a census, and how often is it taken?
A population count taken every 10 years
6 years
What type of committee is made for a special job?
Select Committee
What does it mean to impeach someone?
To accuse a government official of misconduct
What must happen before a bill goes to the president?
Both houses must pass it
When do congressional terms begin?
January 3 of odd-numbered years
Which chamber represents people based on population?
House of Representatives
What committee helps the House and Senate agree on a bill?
Conference committee
What type of powers are used to approve nominees and investigate?
Nonlegislative powers
What is it called when the president ignores the bill for 10 days, and it passes into law
Pocket Veto