Government Corporation Overview

Questions and Answers

What is a Government Corporation?

A corporation that operates like a private business

A government organization that provides services charged to the public (correct)

A private corporation funded by the government

An agency that only provides free services

What is the House of Representatives?

One of the two branches of the US Congress, made up of 435 members elected to two-year terms.

What is the House Rules Committee?

An institution unique to the House of Representatives that reviews all bills (except revenue, budget, and appropriations bills) before they go to the full House.

What does impeachment refer to?

The process of charging, trying, and removing public officials for misconduct while in office. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by Incumbent Advantage?

The advantage that a current officeholder has in seeking re-election, as they are more familiar to voters. Signup and view all the answers

What is an Independent Executive Agency?

A government entity not included within cabinet departments or regulatory agencies, with administrators typically appointed by the president. Signup and view all the answers

What is an Independent Regulatory Commission/Agency?

A government agency that enforces rules and regulations in a specific sector of the economy. Signup and view all the answers

What is an Iron Triangle?

Entities composed of bureaucratic agencies, interest groups, and congressional committees that dominate some policymaking areas. Signup and view all the answers

What is an Issue Network?

An alliance of various interest groups and individuals promoting a shared issue in government policy. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Joint Committee?

A congressional committee composed of members from both the Senate and the House focusing on specific subject areas. Signup and view all the answers

What is Judicial Activism?

A judicial philosophy where judges make bold policy decisions and interpret laws liberally to effect change. Signup and view all the answers

What is Judicial Restraint?

A judicial philosophy in which judges limit their power and avoid making policy decisions. Signup and view all the answers

What is Judicial Review?

The power of the courts to determine if acts of Congress are in accord with the Constitution. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Government Corporation

Government organizations that provide services similar to the private sector and typically charge fees.
Example: US Postal Service, AMTRAK.

House of Representatives

One of two branches of the US Congress, consisting of 435 elected members.
Members serve two-year terms and have the exclusive authority to introduce revenue-raising bills.

House Rules Committee

Unique to the House of Representatives, reviewing all non-revenue-related bills before they reach the full House for consideration.

Impeachment

A process for charging, trying, and removing public officials for misconduct.
Requires a majority vote in the House for charges such as "Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes."
Example: President Nixon faced impeachment charges related to illegal actions but resigned prior to impeachment.

Incumbent Advantage

Incumbents have an edge over challengers due to established recognition and experience in office.
Example: Barack Obama had advantages over Mitt Romney during the 2012 election due to being the sitting president.

Independent Executive Agency

Government entities not linked to cabinet departments, independent regulatory agencies, or government corporations.
Administrators are appointed by the president, serving at their discretion.
Example: NASA.

Independent Regulatory Commission/Agency

Government agencies focused on regulating specific economic sectors, enforcing rules for public protection.
These agencies also adjudicate disputes related to their regulations.
Example: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Iron Triangle

A relationship between bureaucratic agencies, interest groups, and congressional committees that influences domestic policymaking.
Characterized by mutual dependence where each entity provides essential services and information to the others.
Example: AARP lobbying Congress to protect Social Security and Medicare.

Issue Network

An alliance of diverse interest groups and individuals advocating for a specific policy issue.
Example: Environmental protection advocacy groups collaborating for policy change.

Joint Committee

A congressional committee that includes members from both the Senate and House, focusing on specific subject areas.
Example: Joint Committee on the Library, handling matters related to the Library of Congress.

Judicial Activism

A judicial philosophy where judges actively interpret laws to address social issues and political needs.
Emphasizes a liberal interpretation of the Constitution, promoting progressive changes in law.

Judicial Restraint

A philosophy advocating for minimal judicial interference in policymaking, deferring such roles to legislative bodies.

Judicial Review

The authority of courts to assess whether congressional and executive actions align with the US Constitution.
Established in the landmark case Marbury v. Madison by John Marshall and his associates.

Description

Explore the essential concepts of government corporations and the structure of the House of Representatives with these flashcards. This quiz will help you understand their functions, services, and significance in the US. Perfect for students of government and political science.