Congress & Lawmaking
What does bicameral mean?
Has 2 branches
A ________________________ provides proof that immigrants seeking permanent resident status have a legal right to live and work in the US
Green card
The Panic of ___________ played a role in setting the stage for the new constitution
1837
What month does Tax Day fall?
April
Step 1-5: Every law starts with an idea
Step 1
Which state does not have a bicameral legislature?
Nebraska
What is the process where U.S. citizenship is granted to a foreign citizen/national after he or she fulfills the requirements established by Congress?
Naturalization
During the Panic of 1837 there were bank failures and a long recession. Some people believed that a lack of appropriate ___________ policy at the state level was partially to blame.
Economic
The most important revenue source for the federal government is individual __________________
Income tax
Step 1-5: Presidential action
Step 5
Definition of incumbent.
current office holder up for re-election
What are the 2 ways to become a U.S. citizen?
By birth
By naturalization
List 2 roles that Ohio citizens can do within their local communities
Organize civic activities
Community watch groups
Volunteer fire dept.
Attend board meeting
A progressive tax is one in which the tax burden falls more heavily on ________ taxpayers
Wealthy
Step 1-5: Bill goes to committee
Step 2
Definition of constituents.
residents of an electoral district represented by an elected official
What are 2 Rights of U.S. Citizens?
Vote
Hold public office
Freedom to worship
List 2 roles involving the state that Ohio citizens can do
Vote
Pay taxes
Sign petition
National Guard
Run for public office
A regressive tax is one in which the tax burden falls more heavily on __________ taxpayers
Poor
Step 1-5: Bill goes to committee
Step 3
Name 2 advantages incumbents have over their challengers.
Name recognition
Bragging rights
Office resources
Campaign funds
What are 2 Responsibilities of U.S. Citizens?
Volunteer
Jury duty
Pay taxes
Obey laws
Military service
What are the 3 changes that came with 1851 Constitution?
Major executive officials and judges were to be elected
District courts were added
Debt limitations were institute
Federal budget definition
An estimate of the money the government will take in and spend on programs over the next fiscal year
Step 1-5: Congress debates and votes
Step 4