Chapter 12 Vocab Flashcard AP

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A go-between with majority leadership and party.

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majority whip

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A procedural move by a Senate member to halt or change a bill, allowing unlimited speaking time.

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filibuster

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Leader of the House of Representatives, chosen by the majority party

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Speaker of the House

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A legislative district with a majority of a specific minority community, aimed at electing a member of that minority to Congress.

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majority-minority district

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Sessions by committees to gather expert views.

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hearings

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Primary committee for a bill

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lead committee

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Redrawing congressional district boundaries based on census reapportionment.

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redistricting

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Personal work by a Congress member for a constituent, aimed at getting government action.

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casework

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Permanent committee in Congress with defined legislative jurisdiction.

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standing committee

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A committee with members from both chambers of Congress.

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joint committee