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Gov Unit 4

3 Branches of Government

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Legislative branch Main Responsibilities create and pass laws.
Legislative Branch Structure 2 houses: 1. The Senate – 100 members, 2 from each state, 6-year terms. 2. The House of Representatives – 435 members, with representation based on population, 2-year terms.
Legislative Branch Requirements to be a Member Senators: 30 years old, citizen for at least 9 years, and a resident of the state they represent. - Representatives: 25 years old, citizen for at least 7 years, and a resident of the state they represent.
Specific Powers of Congress and how they would carry out that power with an example (3) 1. Power to tax and spend money- raising/lowering federal taxes 2. Power to declare war 3. Power to regulate interstate commerce – regulates trade between states and with foreign nations
Executive Branch Main Responsibilities - enforcing and carrying out federal laws
Executive Branch Structure - led by the President, then VP. The President is supported by the Cabinet, (secretaries of major departments— State, Defense, Education).
Requirements to be President - 35 years old, natural-born U.S. citizen, lived in the U.S. for at least 14 years.
Roles and Powers of the President- chief legislator defintion proposing legislation, urging Congress to act, vetoing bills, and signing them into law.
Judicial Branch Main Responsibilities - interprets laws, resolves legal disputes and upholds the Constitution.
Judicial Branch Structure 1. District Courts – Trial courts that handle civil and criminal cases. 2. Court of Appeals – Review decisions made by district courts. 3. The Supreme Court – The highest court, with the power to interpret the Constitution and make final rulings
Requirements to be a Federal Judge and how long they serve for - no specific qualifications, judges are typically appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, serve for life
Specific Powers of the Judicial Branch Judicial Review – review + possibly overturn laws and executive actions that are unconstitutional Interpreting laws – see how laws should be applied in specific cases. appeals – The federal courts hear appeals from lower courts to ensure fair rulings
Department of Ag. relation to the constitution - Food Safety Modernization Act – Ensures food safety. improving food safety and overseeing interstate food trade. 1. General Welfare Clause (Article I, Section 8): It protects public health by ensuring food safety and reducing foodborne illnesses.
Create a timeline of the Supreme Court Include briefs, oral arguments, meeting in conference, and different types of opinions. 1. Briefs Filed: Both sides submit arguments 2. Oral Arguments: Lawyers present their case in person 3. Conference Vote: Justices meet privately to decide the case. 4. Opinions Written: Majority, opinions are drafted.
Roles and Powers of the President- chief administrator oversees the executive branch and ensures the implementation of laws and policies.
Roles and Powers of the President- chief diplomat President directs foreign policy, negotiates treaties, and represents the U.S. in dealings with other nations.
Roles and Powers of the President- chief citizen President represents the American people, upholds public interests
Roles and Powers of the President- Party Leader President leads their political party, shapes agenda.
Roles and Powers of the President- Cheif of State serves as the representative of the United States, symbolizing national unity and leadership.
Roles and Powers of the President- Commander in Chief President leads the U.S. armed forces and makes key military decisions.
Roles and Powers of the President- Chief Executive President enforces laws and appoints key officials.
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