Grade(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Subject(s): Social Studies
Year: 2020
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Members of Congress must keep themselves informed about a wide variety of issues. They do this in several ways. One of the most important ways is to listen to what they're constituents have to say...
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In order to prevent a vote on a bill, senators will talk through the night. This is known as a filibuster. A filibuster allows a senator to debate as long as necessary. The rules state voting can not...
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The Speaker of the House is the leader of the House of Representatives. Their job is to set which bills will be voted on and to maintain order Both the House and the Senate have a majority and minor...
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A member of the House or Senate will come up with an idea or a bill. The bill is sent to a committee where members debate the bill. If the committee approves the bill, then it goes to the House and...