U.S. constitution 1 article I

Know the qualifications for U.S. Senator

30 years old

Citizen for 9 years

Live in state

Know the qualifications for U.S Representatives

25 years old

Citizen for 7

Live in state

How long do terms in the House and senate last

Senate: 6 years

Representatives: 2 years

What is the major duty of the legislative branch

To make laws

When do newly elected congress assume its duties? Low often do they meet?

January 3rd; they meet in regular sessions throughout the year

Who represents camp point in the House of Representatives

Marry miller

Who is the current speaker of the house

Mike Johnson

Who are the two senators that represent camp point in the U.S senate

Richard Durbin

Tammy Duckworth

What is the purpose of the whip

To ensure party discipline and that members vote according to the party platform

What is needed to override a presidents veto

2/3 vote in both the house and senate

What is the difference between delegated and reserved powers

Delegated: federal government

Reserved: states

In what ways can the legislative branch check the powers of the other two branches

Overriding vetoes

Impeachment

Approving judicial nominations

Impeaching judges

Describe the process for adding an amendment to the U.S. constitution

Proposal by a 2/3rds vote in both the house and senate, followed by ratification by 3/4ths of the states through their legislatures or state conventions