Governemnt Branches
Franking Privilege
Benefit allowing members of Congress to mail letters and other materials postage-free
22nd amendment
a president can only serve two terms in office
jurisdiction
the offical power
What is the leader of the House known as?
The Speaker of the House.
Under the Articles of Confederation, each state got how many votes?
1 vote.
Pork Barrel Legislation
legislation that gives tangible benefits to constituents in several districts or states in the hope of winning their votes in return
25th amendment
presidential succession and disability
plaintiff
one who has the right of action aginst a wrongdoer in a civil case
What is a representation based on in the Senate?
The representation is based on equal representation.
The government had how many branches under the Articles of Confederation?
1 Branch
Rules Committee
A standing committee of the House of Representatives that provides special rules under which specific bills can be debated, amended, and considered by the house.
impeachment
the political equivalent of an indictment in criminal law, prescribed by the Constitution. The House of Representatives may impeach the president by a majority vote
bail
property or money deposited to ensure that a person released from jail will return for a court appearance
Which part of Congress brings impeachment charges against the President?
The House of Representatives.
A law could be passed if how many states out of 13 voted yes?
Nine.
Speaker of the House
An office mandated by the Constitution. The Speaker is chosen in practice by the majority party, has both formal and informal powers, and is second in line to succeed to the presidency should that office become vacant.
executive order
regulations originating with the executive branch. They are one method presidents can use to control the bureaucracy
sentencing
punishment passed down from the judge
Which part of Congress tries impeachment charges against the President?
The Senate.
In order to change the Articles of confederation how many states have to agree?
13 states.
Standing Committees
permanently established legislative committees that consider and are responsible for legislation within a certain subject area
power to pardon
a release from the punishment for or legal consequences of a crime; this can be granted by the president before or after a conviction
probation
a from of punishment that is served outside of jail
Whose job is to advise and consent treaties?
The U.S. Senate.
What type of government did the Articles of Confederation make?
A weak one.