Sessions
Terms
Senate
House
Special groups
100
Which session is the United States congress currently on
The United States are currently on their 113th session
100
An action such as a prolonged speech that obstructs progress in a legislative assembly
Filibuster
100
How old must you be to become a U.S senator
30 Years
100
What is the age requirement for becoming a member of the House
25
100
is an organization whose members share common concerns, and try to influence government policies that impact those concerns
Interest Groups
200
The gatherings of both the senate and the House is which type of session
Joint Sessions
200
A procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote
Cloture
200
How long must you be a United States citizen to be a Senator
9 years
200
How long do you have to be a citizen of the United States to be a part of the House
7 Years
200
This group represents a company or an industry and spends his/her time trying to persuade legislators to pass legislation
What is Lobbyist
300
A period when congress convenes outside of the normal legislative session.
Special sessions
300
To assign to a particular category class especially in a manner that is two rigid or exclusive.
Pigeonholing
300
What are at least 2 duties the Senate take part in
Propose / consider new laws; reject presidential nominees, validate national treaties
300
What are at least 2 duties the House do on a daily basis
propose bills; propose resolutions; offer amendments; Serve on committees
300
This group is described as an organized group that does not put up candidates for election, but seeks to influence government policy or legislation.
What is Pressure Groups
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