The Legislative Branch (Congress): Powers and Structure
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The power of Congress to control federal taxation and spending is often called what?
The "power of the purse."
Which branch of government has the sole power to declare war?
The Legislative Branch (Congress).
What is the primary function of the Legislative Branch?
To make and enact laws.
What is the collective name for the U.S. Legislative Branch?
The U.S. Congress.
What are the two chambers that make up the U.S. Congress?
The House of Representatives and the Senate.
What is the term for a two-chamber legislature?
Bicameral.
Which house of Congress has the power to initiate all revenue (tax) bills?
The House of Representatives.
Which chamber of Congress has the power of "advice and consent" on presidential appointments and treaties?
The Senate.
What is the "Commerce Clause"?
A clause in Article I of the Constitution giving Congress the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations, among the several states, and with Native American tribes.
Which chamber of Congress has the power to impeach a federal official?
The House of Representatives has the power to bring charges of impeachment.
Which chamber of Congress holds the trial for an impeached official and votes on removal?
The Senate.
What does it mean to "coin Money"?
This is a power granted to Congress to produce currency and regulate its value.
