The US Congress is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives, with specific duties outlined in the Constitution. The two houses work together to create and pass laws, set the annual budget, and oversee the government. Each house has exclusive duties, and bills must pass both before being signed into law. Congress […]
To run for Congress in the US, federal requirements include minimum age, citizenship, and residency. State regulations vary, and leadership, people skills, public speaking, and organizational ability are also important. The House requires 7 years of citizenship, 25 years of age, and residency in the state. The Senate requires 9 years of citizenship, 30 years […]
The US Constitution allows Congress to override a presidential veto with a two-thirds majority vote. Bipartisanship can also help override a veto. The presidential veto exists to prevent any branch of government from taking over. If a law is declared unconstitutional, Congress may not attempt to overturn a veto. The Supreme Court can rule against […]
Congress pages assist in various tasks including document transportation, chamber and changing room assistance, and flag raising. The position has been around for over 150 years and requires sponsorship from a member of Congress. Pages receive payment and live in designated residences while attending accredited schools. Good memory and academic standing are important criteria for […]
To become a US congressional page, a high school student must be nominated by a state senator, be a US citizen with a Social Security number, have a GPA of at least 3.0, pass a health assessment, and have health insurance. Pages serve only in the Senate and attend daily classes at the Senate Page […]
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