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A More Perfect Union

What is explained in the Preamble? Explain why the Constitution created a bicameral congress List two powers of Congress What are the term lengths for members of the Senate & House of Representatives

Explains the reasons & goals of the new the government “We the people..” Popular Sovereignty: Authority to rule is given by the people to the government. “Form a more perfect union…” The states working together makes them stronger “Secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves & our prosperity…” Wanted Americans to enjoy their freedoms

Role: Create laws Bicameral Congress Senate Term Length = 6 years 2 representatives per state 100 senators today House of Representatives Term Length = 2 years Representatives is based on state population 435 House members today How many total are in congress then???

The Constitution creates a bicameral legislature for three reasons: Historical: Britain’s government has two houses &many colonial assemblies copied them. Practical: Balance the rights of small & large states Theoretical: One house might act as a check on the other.

How a bill becomes a law See Handout Bill: a proposed law Veto: To reject a proposed law. Only the president can do this. The Powers of Congress Decides how to spend money raised from taxes Power to raise an army Power to declare war Power to pay government debts Power to impeach a president

District 6: (Sacramento) Doris Matsui (D) Senators Barbara Boxer (D) Diane Feinstein (D)

What is explained in the Preamble? Explain why the Constitution created a bicameral congress List two powers of Congress What are the term lengths for members of the Senate & House of Representatives