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Understanding the Legislative Branch: Congress, Powers, and Processes

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This project delves into the Legislative Branch of the U.S. government, focusing on Congress and its functions. Each topic, such as Congressional Powers, Leadership Roles, the Legislative Process, Oversight, and Pork Barrel Legislation, will be explored in detail. Students will conduct individual research contributing to 60% of the grade, while group presentations will account for the remaining 40%. Materials will be presented in three different formats to enhance understanding. Engage in a comprehensive study of how Congress operates and its critical role in governance.

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Understanding the Legislative Branch: Congress, Powers, and Processes

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  1. Unit III LEGISLATIVE BRANCH

  2. CONGRESS PROJECT • You will choose a topic to instruct the class. • You must turn in INDIVIDUAL research on your topic worth 60% of your grade. • Your group presentation will be worth 40% • Must take 1 whole class period • Present materials in 3 different formats

  3. Topic 1- Congressional Powers • MUST INCLUDE • Constitutional powers • Exclusive powers of the House and Senate • Non-legislative powers

  4. Topic 2- Leadership Roles & Committees • MUST INCLUDE • Leadership in both houses • Responsibilities • Types of Committees • Committee Work • Committee Make up • Caucuses

  5. Topic 3- Legislative Process “How A Bill Becomes A Law” MUST INCLUDE The steps from start to finish IN DETAIL!!

  6. Topic 4- Oversight • MUST INCLUDE • Types of oversight • Hearings • Investigations • Relationship with federal bureaucracy

  7. Topic 5- Pork Barrel Legislation, Earmarks, Power & Perks • MUST INCLUDE • What they are with examples • Logrolling • Complaints against • Inefficiency

  8. Topic Assignments

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