Flashcard on Legislative Processes

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Any group or citizen has the power to start a bill dealing with revenue. Indicate whether the statement is true (T) or false (F).

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False. Only the House of Representatives can start a bill dealing with revenue.

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The Senate has the authority to amend tax bills passed by the House. Indicate whether the statement is true (T) or false (F).

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True

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Congress cannot use bills to obtain funding. Indicate whether the statement is true (T) or false (F).

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False. Congress can use bills to obtain funding.

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An appropriations bill sets up a program and specifies a monetary amount for spending. Indicate whether the statement is true (T) or false (F).

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True

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An earmark can be used to fund specific programs for states or regions. Indicate whether the statement is true (T) or false (F).

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True

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What is the difference between a closed rule and open rule on House floor debates?

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An open rule does not allow for amendments; a closed rule does.

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During the budget process, the House of Representatives...

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proposes amendments to the bills.

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How is the spending of money approved by Congress?

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First, an authorization bill is needed.

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Which of the following is an example of an entitlement? Options: authorization bills, earmarks, federal taxes, social security payments

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social security payments

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How do entitlements impact expenditures?

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They increase expenditures.