The Basics
How many chambers (bodies) are in congress?
2 (Bicameral)
How long is a representatives term?
2 years
How long is a senates term?
6 years
how many state governments are there?
50
where does congress meet?
Washington D.C.
How many members are in the senate?
100
Representation in the house is based on what?
State Population
How many senators does each state have?
2
What are Enumerated Powers?
Powers given to the National government
Where are the lawmakers offices?
Capitol Hill
What is the main job of congress?
To make laws
Whos the leader of the House?
Speaker of the House
Who is the official leader of the senate?
The Vice President
What are concurrent powers?
Powers given to both governments
when a president says no to a bill it is called
veto
What branch is congress apart of?
(Executive, Judicial, Legislative)
Legislative
How many total leaders are in the house?
435
How much of the senate is up for reelection every 2 years?
1/3
What is Federalism?
systems of government where the national government shares powers with the states
to amend the constitution congress needs what amount of votes
2/3
Who does congress represent?
The Constitution
Often referred to as the...
Lower house
When is the next senate vote?
November 3,2025
Define Checks and Balances
powers given to each branch to check other branches to protect individual rights
What is a Oversight?
Review of presidential actions