Steps
who comes up with ideas for new laws
Citizens
How much of the legislature has to vote yes before the bill is sent to the governor?
The majority of 25 votes or 51%.
A special organization structure of Nebraska’s legislature
What is unicameral?
Which level of government is closest to the people?
👉 Answer: Local government
What is one way citizens can help their community?
👉 Answer: Volunteer / help others / follow laws
A person in the community presents an idea for a new law to their legislator....then what happens?
The senator introduces the bill (if they agree with the idea)
How much is a majority? (what percent?)
25 senators, or 51% or more
The title given to the leader of the state government.
What is governor?
Who is the leader of a city or town?
👉 Answer: Mayor
What is it called when citizens choose leaders?
👉 Answer: Voting
What comes after the bill is introduced to the legislature?
They form a committee to amend (edit) and accept the bill.
What happens after a majority of the senators votes yes on a bill?
It is sent to the governor to sign or veto
Who's job is it to make and vote on laws
What is state senator?
Give one example of a local government job.
👉 Answer: Mayor, city council member, school board member
Why is it important for citizens to follow laws?
👉 Answer: To keep people safe and maintain order
What happens if the governor veto's the bill?.
It goes back to the legislature - if 2/3's or more vote yes - it becomes a law.
If the governor does not want the bill to become a law, the governor can _______ it.
veto
Senators in Nebraska are not officially grouped by political parties. What is this called?
What is “nonpartisan”
What is one responsibility of local government?
👉 Answer: Schools, roads, police, parks (any one)
Name one way citizens can share their opinions with government leaders.
👉 Answer: Write a letter, email, attend meetings, speak out
Where the bill is referred to once it is introduced
What is a committee?
A bill that is signed by the governor
What is a law?
George Norris is known as the Father of the Unicameral. Some believe that the unicameral is, what?
What is simpler / faster / more efficient / less confusing?
How are state government and local government different?
👉 Answer:
State makes laws for the whole state; local focuses on city/town needs
How can citizens help change a law or make a new one?
👉 Answer: Attend hearings, Share ideas, contact leaders, vote, or support a cause