Lessons 46-48
The term for someone who tries to influence Senators and Congressmen regarding bills are are being considered by Congress
lobbyist
This memorial was dedicated in 2004 to honor those who died and millions who helped on the home front.
WWII memorial
The first executive department to be organized
State Department
In 1929, the U.S. House of Representatives permanently limited its membership to this many
435
Which members of Congress can introduce bills
The year the federal government moved to Washington, D.C.
1800
This memorial was dedicated on May 30, 1922
Lincoln Memorial
The Department of Labor and this other department were combined until 1913
Commerce
U.S Senators were elected by these people before 1913
state legislature
This happens to a bill once it's been introduced
Goes to committee, printed, numbered
Benjamin Banneker
As leader of our military forces, the President is given this title
Commander in Chief
Rotunda
The Speaker of the House is the chairman of the House, and he is the chairman of the Senate
The Vice President
A bill isn't put before the entire chamber until this happens.
Committee must vote and recommend
What happened in August 1814, during the War of 1812?
Washington set ablaze by British troops
The term used for a President's long trip to several cities
Goodwill Tour
He submitted the original design for the Capitol
William Thornton
Reps and Senators spend most of their time conidering proposed bills in small groups called these
committees
How are difference resolved if different versions of a bill are passed in each house
conference committee of both houses is formed
The plan to beautify Washington was named this
McMillan Plan
What body of people must approve treaties and ambassadors that the President makes or appoints?
Senate
National Statuary Hall used to be called what?
Old Hall, Old house chamber
The Senate acts as this during an impeachment trial
Jury
Besides signing a bill, and vetoing a bill, the President can also do this
nothing