Constitution
How often are members of the House chosen?
2yrs
1st Amendment
Guarantees the freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and the right to petition government
The presiding officer of the Senate; in Congress, the Vice President of the United States
President of the Senate
Constitutional changes by political party practice
Nominate candidates for office
Most elected officials conduct business along party lines
What is the purpose of government?
Protect, maintain public order, resolve social conflicts, responsibility for a stable economy, and provide public services.
Who may vote for members of the House
Those eligible to vote in State House elections
2nd Amendment
Guarantees the right to bear arms.
Congress
Legislative Branch
how old is the Constitution in years?
over 200
Limited Government
A system in which government's powers are restricted and individuals' rights are protected.
What are the qualifications for membership in the House?
25 yrs; 7 yrs citizen; reside in state
3rd Amendment
Prohibits the quartering of soldiers in homes in peacetime.
Senate
100 members, 2 members for each state. Members are elected every 6 years. The Vice President is the head of this body.
why the Constitution still functions
flexibility
Declaration of Independence
Written by Thomas Jefferson, Declares Independence, List of complaints against Britain,expresses enduring beliefs of American society. Defines liberty, order, equality, democracy, and justice.
How are the members of the House apportioned among the various states?
According to population; census every 10 yrs
4th Amendment
Prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures.
President Pro Tempore
Serves as president of the Senate in the absence of the VP chosen by the majority party
the two different ways to change the constitution
amendment or interpretation
Federal System
A form of government in which governmental powers are divided between a central authority and a number of regional political subdivisions.
What happens when there is a vacancy in House membership?
Gov calls special election
5th Amendment
Requires grand jury indictment for a serious crime, bans double jeopardy, no loss of life, liberty or property without due process of law.
House of Representative
Number of representatives is based on states population 435 members
supreme court
handles the final interpretation of the Constitution.
Federal System
A form of government in which governmental powers are divided between a central authority and a number of regional political subdivisions.