The Legislative Branch
Article I of the US Constitution establishes the legislature as a bicameral body consisting of the House of Representatives and the Senate. The legislative branch has the power to make laws, approve the budget, and oversee the actions of the executive branch through the power of oversight and impeachment.
From Pirate Roots to Senate Gridlock: The Filibuster Story
The filibuster is one of those strange and uniquely American political traditions that almost sounds fictional — yet ...
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Legislative Branch Overview
Article I of the US Constitution establishes the legislature as a bicameral body consisting of the House of ...
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What Are the Special Powers of the Legislature?
The legislative branch, also known as Congress, has several special powers that give it the ability to shape ...
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Senate Congressional Committees
Powers of Senate Congressional Committees Senate congressional committees have several important powers, including: Legislative Authority: Senate committees have ...
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House of Representatives Congressional Committees
The United States House of Representatives has several major committees that play important roles in the legislative process. ...
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