CDFM 1.1 Resource Management Environment

Article 1 of the Constitution created which branch?

The Legislative Branch, responsible for making laws.

Congress is comprised of?

the Senate and the House of Representatives.

What are the law making powers of Congress?

Congress has the power to raise taxes, borrow money, regulate commerce, conscript forces, declare ware, and raise and support armies

How many house of representatives does each state get?

The number of representatives is based on each state's population, with a minimum of one representative per state.

How many Senators does each State get?

Each state is allocated two Senators, regardless of its population.

How long is a Senator’s term

A Senator's term lasts six years, with no limit on the number of terms they can serve.

Where do bills to raise revenue orginate?

Bills to raise revenue must originate in the House of Representatives, as stipulated by the Constitution.

Who is the President of the Senate?

The Vice President of the United States serves as the President of the Senate, presiding over sessions and casting tie-breaking votes.

What is the process for a bill to become a law?

The process for a bill to become a law involves several steps: it must be introduced, debated, and approved by both chambers of Congress, then sent to the President for approval or veto.

What happens when the President rejects a bill?

When the President rejects a bill, it is vetoed, and Congress can override the veto with a two-thirds majority in both chambers.