All Flashcards
What was the impact of OBRA 1985?
Reduced spending on social programs and changed tax laws to address the federal budget deficit.
What is the main function of the House of Representatives?
To represent the population of each state.
What is the main function of the Senate?
To represent the states equally.
What role does Congress have in the budget process?
Congress has the power to pass the federal budget.
What role does Congress have in declaring war?
Congress has the power to declare war.
What is the role of congressional districts?
To define the area from which a House representative is elected.
House vs. Senate: Basis of representation?
House: Population | Senate: Equal (2 per state)
House vs. Senate: Term length?
House: 2 years | Senate: 6 years
House vs. Senate: Number of members?
House: 435 | Senate: 100
House vs. Senate: Qualifications (age)?
House: 25 years | Senate: 30 years
House vs. Senate: Rules?
House: More rules | Senate: Fewer rules
House vs. Senate: Deliberation?
House: Less deliberative | Senate: More deliberative