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The United States Congress is the legislature that creates laws for the entire country to help people live better lives.
Overview
Senate
Committees
Checks And Balances
History Of Congress
Legislative Process
Important Legislation
Structure Of Congress
Congressional Elections
House Of Representatives
Role Of Congress In Government
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Did you know?
🇺🇸 The United States Congress is the team that makes laws for the whole country.
🏛️ Congress meets in the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.
🏗️ There are 535 members in Congress, with 435 in the House and 100 in the Senate.
😊 Congress helps people live better lives by passing important laws.
🥳 Congress has a bicameral structure, meaning it's divided into two groups: the House of Representatives and the Senate.
🗳️ The House of Representatives has 435 members elected every two years.
😲 California has the most representatives in the House with 53.
🌟 Senators in the Senate serve for six years and represent their states.',
A bill goes through many steps before it can become a law, including voting in both the House and Senate!
🔍 Committees in Congress focus on specific topics and help with detailed discussions about bills.
Introduction
️ There are 535 members in Congress, with 435 in the House and 100 in the Senate. 🏗
️ Their job is to talk about ideas and decide what rules everyone should follow. They work to help the people in the United States live better lives by passing laws that keep us safe and happy. 😊✨
Senate
Senators serve for six years, which means they can work on long-term plans. In the Senate, they help decide on laws and can make changes to the ideas from the House. 🌟
Senators are also in charge of figuring out if the President's plans are good and they approve judges for the courts. This means they play a vital role in keeping our government fair and balanced! ⚖
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Committees
When a bill is introduced, a committee studies it closely. They can suggest changes, ask experts for advice, and decide if the bill is ready to be voted on. There are many committees, and they're super important for making sure Congress pays attention to many different topics! 🔍
Checks And Balances
️ Congress, the President, and the courts all watch each other. If Congress makes a law, the President can veto (say no to) it. But, if Congress really thinks the law is important, they can vote again and try to make it happen anyway! 👍
This system helps protect our rights and ensures everyone in the government works together fairly. It also keeps one branch from having too much control! 🔒
History Of Congress
Congress has evolved, making it stronger and more inclusive! 🌟
Legislative Process
First, someone in Congress comes up with an idea. Then, they write it down and share it with others. The bill goes to committees where members discuss and make changes. Next, the bill is voted on in the House and then the Senate! If both groups agree, it goes to the President who decides if it becomes a law or not. 🚪💼 This process can take time, but it ensures that many opinions are considered! 🕰
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Important Legislation
Structure Of Congress
The House of Representatives is where representatives from different states come together to share their voices. Each state has a different number of representatives based on how many people live there. 🗳
️ The Senate has two senators from each state, making a total of 100. Senators are elected to serve longer terms of six years, while House members serve for two years. These groups work together to create laws! 🤝
Congressional Elections
️ House members are elected more often than Senate members because they serve shorter terms. The Senate elections happen every three years for different groups of senators, so about one-third of them are elected each time. 🗓
️ Elections help people have a say in who represents them! Campaigns are important, and candidates share their ideas to win votes. This way, Congress is always working for the people! 🎉
House Of Representatives
️ Each member represents a specific area called a district. Did you know California has the most representatives with 53? 😲
The House is important because it starts the process of making many laws, especially laws about money! 💰
When the people vote for their representatives, they can choose someone who shares their ideas and hopes. House members discuss, debate, and make changes to ideas before they go to the Senate. 🗣
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Role Of Congress In Government
️ They create laws, control spending, and can check the President by saying "yes" or "no" to their plans. Congress also makes decisions about things like war and peace on behalf of all the Americans. 🌍
They help make sure everyone's voice is heard, and that laws reflect what people need. The members of Congress work hard to represent their states and help make the United States a better place for everyone! 🌈
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