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Committee

AP Gov Chapter 12 Outline

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US Gov and Politics
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Legislatures
United States Congress
United States House of Representatives
Congressional staff
Standing committee
Congressional oversight
United States congressional committee
United States Senate
bill
Committee
United States House Committee on Rules
Earmark

Objectives Describe the make up of Senators and Representatives and the nature of their jobs Explain the factors that most influence congressional elections Explain the structure of power and leadership and the role of committees in Congress Describe, in some detail, the legislative process and identify the many influences on decision making Evaluate the present function of Congress Describe the characteristics of our senators and representatives, and the nature of their jobs 1. List seven perks members of Congress receive Power Earn a high salary Receive generous retirement/health benefits (Medicare) Franking privilege (free postage) Lodging in DC Travel allowances Not as accountable for insider trading knowledge
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