Article I Legislative Branch

What are the qualifications to be elected to the House of Representatives?

How are states represented in the House and who runs it?

How does the Senate work?

What powers does Article I give to the House of Representatives?

• The House of Representatives has the power to initiate revenue bills, impeach officials, and elect the President in case of a tie coin money

• The House can declare war and regulate foreign commerce.
• The House has the power to appoint Supreme Court justices.
• The House can amend the Constitution without Senate approval.

What is the role of Congress in handling the federal budget?

• Congress has no role in the federal budget.
• Congress drafts, approves, and oversees the federal budget.
• Congress only drafts the budget proposals.
• Congress can only approve the budget after it is drafted by the President.