Congressional Salaries and Benefits Flashcard

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Who earns more than the standard congressional salary? Options: Speaker of the House, Senate & House Majority and Minority Leaders, None of the above

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Both A and B

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Who sets the congressional salaries?

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Congress

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What type of health care benefits do members of Congress receive?

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Comprehensive health insurance

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During what times are members of Congress immune from arrest? Options: During sessions of Congress, While traveling to and from sessions, Both A and B, None of the above

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Both A and B

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What do members receive allowances for?

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Staff salaries, office supplies, and district office expenses

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What type of access do members have to research and resources?

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Full access to the Library of Congress, research facilities, and expert staff

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Critics argue that congressional salaries and benefits are too high compared to what?

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Average American incomes

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What is suggested to be tied to performance metrics?

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Salary cuts

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What type of restrictions are proposed for benefits?

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Post-service

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What is a criticism related to congressional benefits? Options: They are too low, They are too high, They are not transparent, They are too complex

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They are too high