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House vs. Senate: Basis of representation?

House: Population | Senate: Equal (2 per state)

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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

What was the impact of OBRA 1985?

Reduced spending on social programs and changed tax laws to address the federal budget deficit.

Define bicameral legislature.

A legislature composed of two chambers or houses.

What is gerrymandering?

Drawing district lines to favor one political party over another.

Define enumerated powers.

Powers specifically listed in the Constitution for Congress.

What is the Necessary and Proper Clause?

Clause allowing Congress to make laws 'necessary and proper' to carry out its enumerated powers.

What is a safe seat?

A congressional seat that is reliably held by one party.