Congress
How many senators are from each state?
2
What is a rider?
Something added to a bill that is "non-germane" (not really what the bill is supposed to be about).
Who is the current Speaker of the House?
Mike Johnson
How many members of the House of Representatives are there?
435
How do you end a filibuster?
Cloture - 60 Senators vote to end debate.
What is the current House majority party?
Republican Party
List three ways a bill can die in congress
-Voted down on the floor
-Voted down on committee
-Never assigned to committee
-Debate never ends (Senate)
and many, many more.
Who breaks a tie in the Senate?
The Vice President
Who is the current Senate Majority Leader?
John Thune
What majority is needed to vote to override a presidential veto?
2/3
List three powers shared by the House and the Senate
Just check Article 1, Section 8.
Who is the current House Minority Leader?
Chuck Schumer
Who is the most powerful member of Congress?
The Speaker of the House
Which chamber approves presidential nominations?
Senate
Who is the current president pro tempore of the Senate?
Chuck Grassley