House of Representatives
How long are the term limits?
2 years
How long are the term limits?
6 years
Who introduces a bill?
Congress
Gerrymandering
The intentional use of redistricting to benefit a specific interest or group of voters.
Both parties have unlimited terms.
True
Who has the most power?
Speaker of the House; Nancy Pelosi
Who has the most power?
Senate Majority Leader; Chuck Schumer
Who can encourage a bill to be introduced?
President and interest groups.
Hold
A delay paced on legislation by a senator who objects to a bill.
Congress can override a veto.
True.
Who do they represent?
Specific districts; fewer people
Who do they represent?
The state as a whole
What happens if a president vetos?
House and Senate go back to reconsider.
Apportionment
The process of determining the number of representatives for each state using census data.
The Senate has more governed rules.
False
What advantages do incumbents have specifically in the House of Representatives?
- Names are fresh due to election every 2 years
- Possible gerrymandering to remain control
- More personal visitation because have to see smaller amount of people
What is the Vice President's role in the Senate?
Vote to break tie.
What committee is a powerful committee determines when a bill will be subject to debate and vote on the House floor and controls how long a debate will last and whether amendments will be allowed?
House Rules Committee
Pork Barrel Spending
Legislation that directs specific funds to projects within districts or states
The trustee role carries out constituent wishes.
False.
What is the primary goal?
Be closer to their voters preference
What is their primary goal?
To be more insulated from the voters preference
What does the Conference Committee do?
Resolves differences between House and Senate versions of a bill, before the president can sign.
Mandatory Spending vs. Discretionary Spending
Mandatory spending is spending required by existing laws that is locked in the budget.
Discretionary Spending is spending for programs and policies at the discretion of Congress and the president.
A cloture takes 40 senators to end a filibuster.
False