Amendments on Presidential & Governmental Procedures
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What procedural issue in the court system did the Eleventh Amendment (1795) address?
It established the principle of state sovereign immunity, generally protecting states from being sued in federal court by citizens of other states or foreign countries.
How did the Twelfth Amendment (1804) change the process of electing the President and Vice President?
It required electors to cast separate ballots for President and for Vice President, correcting a flaw in the original system that led to a tie in the 1800 election.
What change did the Twentieth Amendment (1933) make to the start dates for the President and Congress?
It moved the inauguration date for the President to January 20th and the start date for Congress to January 3rd, shortening the "lame duck" period.
What restriction did the Twenty-second Amendment (1951) place on the presidency?
It limited the President to serving a maximum of two terms in office.
Which President's extended time in office prompted the passage of the Twenty-second Amendment?
Franklin D. Roosevelt, who was elected to four terms as President.
What critical issue does the Twenty-fifth Amendment (1967) clarify?
It formally addresses the procedures for presidential disability and succession, and for filling a vacancy in the office of the Vice President.
According to the Twenty-fifth Amendment, how is a vacancy in the Vice Presidency filled?
The President nominates a replacement, who must be confirmed by a majority vote of both houses of Congress.
What does the Twenty-seventh Amendment (1992), the most recently ratified amendment, regulate?
It prevents any law that changes the salary of members of Congress from taking effect until after the start of the next term of office for Representatives.
