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In saying "The power of the speaker of the House is the power of scheduling." Tip O'Neill was referring chiefly to the speaker's power to do which of the following?
In saying "The power of the speaker of the House is the power of scheduling." Tip O'Neill was referring chiefly to the speaker's power to do which of the following?
What does a committee or subcommittee do during markup?
What does a committee or subcommittee do during markup?
Which of these groups handles most of the detailed work of lawmaking in Congress?
Which of these groups handles most of the detailed work of lawmaking in Congress?
A conference committee is made up of members from both the
A conference committee is made up of members from both the
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Which of these powers belongs only to the Senate?
Which of these powers belongs only to the Senate?
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What do the powers of oversight, confirmation, impeachment, ratification, override, and amendment have in common?
What do the powers of oversight, confirmation, impeachment, ratification, override, and amendment have in common?
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Study Notes
Speaker of the House's Power
- The speaker's power primarily involves scheduling
- This includes setting meeting times, breaks, and meal times
- Also includes determining which bills will be debated and when
Committee Markup
- Committees and subcommittees review and refine proposed legislation during markup
- This involves experts testifying
- Also includes finalizing the language of a bill
- Bills are placed on the calendar for discussion
Lawmaking in Congress
- Standing committees handle most of the detailed work of lawmaking
- They analyze, amend, and refine bills
Conference Committees
- Conference committees consist of members from both the House and Senate
- These committees reconcile different versions of the same bill between the two houses
Senate-Specific Powers
- The Senate holds the exclusive power to approve treaties
- The Senate also has the sole power to conduct impeachment trials of federal officials
Checks and Balances
- Oversight, confirmation, impeachment, ratification, override, and amendment are powers that help Congress maintain balance with other branches
- These powers allow Congress to check the power of other branches
- These powers do not allow Congress to dominate other branches
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Explore the intricate dynamics of lawmaking in Congress, including the roles of the Speaker of the House, committee markups, and the unique powers held by the Senate. This quiz covers the scheduling authority, legislative processes, and checks and balances that shape the American legislative system.
