Established in Article 1 Section 1 -> Both
Powers established in Article 1 Section 2 -> House
Powers established in Article 1 Section 3 -> Senate
Elected by the popular vote -> Both (due to 17th amendment)
# of representatives based on population -> House
2 representatives per state -> State
Where tax bills originate -> House
Where treaties are ratified -> Senate
Confirms judges and appointments -> Senate
Declares war -> Both
Impeaches president -> House
Acquits or convicts president -> Senate (requires ⅔ majority vote)
Leader is considered the “President” -> Senate
Leader is considered “Speaker” -> House
Weaker/decentralized leadership -> Senate
More centralized/stronger leadership -> House
More strict/formal rules for debate -> House
Less strict/formal rules for debate -> Senate