Congress and Legislative Terms

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Impeachment

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A formal charge brought against a government official.

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Franking Privilege

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The right of members of Congress to mail official letters free of charge.

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Censure

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The formal disapproval of the actions of a member of Congress by other members

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Bicameral

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Consisting of two houses

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Veto

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The refusal of the president to sign a bill

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Congressional Immunity

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Legal protection that ensures no one can needlessly interfere with lawmakers.

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Appropriation Bill

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A bill approving the spending of public money.

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Elastic Clause

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The source of Congress's implied powers: all powers that are 'necessary and proper.'

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Session

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Meetings of Congress

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Constituents

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The people represented by members of Congress.