Texas Legislature: Evolution and Institutionalization
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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?

  • 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?

  • Bicameralism
  • Jurisdiction
  • Oversight (correct)
  • Legislation
  • How many members are in the Texas House of Representatives?

    <p>150</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe a legislative system with one lawmaking body, as opposed to a bicameral system?

    <p>Unicameralism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often are elections held for the Texas Senate?

    <p>Every two years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many members are there in the Texas House of Representatives?

    <p>150</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of special sessions in the Texas Legislature?

    <p>To address urgent matters or issues that were not resolved during the regular legislative session</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of apportionment in Texas?

    <p>To ensure that each district has roughly equal representation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the 'Reynolds v Sims' case?

    <p>It established the principle of 'one person, one vote'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Speaker of the House in the Texas Legislature?

    <p>To preside over debates, appoint committee members, and influence the legislative agenda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Lieutenant Governor in the Texas Legislature?

    <p>To preside over Senate debates, assign bills to committees, and cast tie-breaking votes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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