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What is the term used to describe the evolution of the Texas legislature over the past century?
What is the term used to describe the evolution of the Texas legislature over the past century?
- Institutionalization (correct)
- Modernization
- Professionalization
- Amateurization
What is the primary role of the Texas legislature in the lawmaking process?
What is the primary role of the Texas legislature in the lawmaking process?
- Resolving conflicts (correct)
- Enforcing laws
- Appointing judges
- Ratifying treaties
What is the term used to describe the legislature's responsibility to ensure that they are carrying out their duties as assigned by law?
What is the term used to describe the legislature's responsibility to ensure that they are carrying out their duties as assigned by law?
- Bicameralism
- Jurisdiction
- Oversight (correct)
- Legislation
How many members are in the Texas House of Representatives?
How many members are in the Texas House of Representatives?
What is the term used to describe a legislative system with one lawmaking body, as opposed to a bicameral system?
What is the term used to describe a legislative system with one lawmaking body, as opposed to a bicameral system?
How often are elections held for the Texas Senate?
How often are elections held for the Texas Senate?
How many members are there in the Texas House of Representatives?
How many members are there in the Texas House of Representatives?
What is the purpose of special sessions in the Texas Legislature?
What is the purpose of special sessions in the Texas Legislature?
What is the goal of apportionment in Texas?
What is the goal of apportionment in Texas?
What was the significance of the 'Reynolds v Sims' case?
What was the significance of the 'Reynolds v Sims' case?
What is the role of the Speaker of the House in the Texas Legislature?
What is the role of the Speaker of the House in the Texas Legislature?
What is the role of the Lieutenant Governor in the Texas Legislature?
What is the role of the Lieutenant Governor in the Texas Legislature?
