Pennsylvania Government Facts and Legislative Process

Flashcards based on key facts regarding Pennsylvania's history, flag, population, and legislative process.

In what year did Benjamin Franklin arrive in Philadelphia? __

1722

During the American Revolution, Philadelphia served at times as the __ for the USA.

capital

The capital of Pennsylvania moved from Philadelphia to __, then to Harrisburg in 1812.

Lancaster

The flag of Pennsylvania features the state’s coat of arms on a __ background.

deep blue

The state motto of Pennsylvania, featured on its flag, is __.

Virtue, Liberty and Independence

Pennsylvania is the __ largest state by population, with 12.9 million residents.

5th

If the House does not agree with a change to a bill, it goes to a __ Committee.

Conference

Once both Houses agree on a bill, who signs it? __

The Speaker of the House and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate

The governor has 4 options regarding a bill; one of these options is to __ the bill into law as it is.

sign

If the governor does not sign the bill, it can become law without a signature in __ days.

10

A bill can only pass in the Senate with a __ Majority (102 or more).

Constitutional

What must be present for the Legislature to conduct business? __

A quorum (majority)