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Congress: Our Legislative Branch

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The stage between the second and third reading of a bill in the Houses of Parliament. At this stage the bill is closely examined by a small committee.
A body of people representing the states of the US, who formally cast votes for the election of the president and vice president. •a body of electors chosen or appointed by a larger group.
The review, monitoring, and supervision of federal agencies, programs, activities, and policy implementation. Congress exercises this power largely through its congressional committee system.
Specific powers granted to Congress as outlined in Article 1, Section 8 of the United States Constitution.
An action such as a prolonged speech that obstructs progress in a legislative assembly while not technically contravening the required procedures; a person engaging in unauthorized warfare against a foreign country; Act in an obstructive manner in a legislature, especially by speaking at inordinate length; An action such as a prolonged speech that obstructs progress in a legislative assembly while not technically contravening the required procedures.
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A yearly address delivered each January by the president of the US to Congress, giving the administration's view of the state of the nation and plans for legislation.
The head of the minority party in a legislative body, especially the US Senate or House of Representatives.
The dealings and relationships between nations.
A power that is not specifically authorized in writing, but is assumed because of similar powers which have already been granted in writing.