1. Introduction to Congress
The Legislative Branch

2. Terms to Know
Bicameral-two house Congress; The Senate and the House of Representatives
Term-a term of Congress last for two years
Session-a period of time during which, each year, Congress assembles and conducts business.

3. The House of Representatives
435 members with representation based on the population of the state(s).
Elections are held on the first Tuesday, following the first Monday, in November.

4. The House of Representatives
Qualifications:
Must be 25 years old
Be a citizen of the USA for at least 7 years
Must live in the state that you represent
Serve for two years

5. The Senate 100 members, with each state having two senators
Each member serves a 6 year term
They represent their constituencies (the people and the interests that they represent)

6. The Senate Qualifications Be at least 30 years old
Be a citizen of the USA for at least nine years
Must live in the state that you represent

7. Limits on Congress’ Power
1. The Presidential Veto-the President can veto laws that he does not agree with
Voter backlash-if the voters become unhappy with their Congress person, they can simply vote him/her out of office