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Understanding the Role of Upper and Lower Houses in Federal Politics

Learn about the unique functions and responsibilities of the Upper House and Lower House in the Federal government, including debate procedures, impeachment trials, nominations, and treaty ratifications.

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Understanding the Role of Upper and Lower Houses in Federal Politics

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  1. The House The Senate vs. Photo by Martin Falbisoner

  2. “Upper House” Two Per State FEDERAL 6 YEAR TERMS (Insulated) 100 vs. Vice President (Not a Member) UNLIMITED Debate (Filibuster) Impeachment Trial Senatorial Courtesy (Filibuster) Nominations (Majority)(Judicial, Cabinet, Ambassadors) Ratify Treaties (2/3) Photo by Martin Falbisoner

  3. “Upper House” “Lower House” Two Per State Proportional FEDERAL NATIONAL 6 YEAR TERMS (Insulated) 2 YEAR TERMS (Accountable) 100 435 vs. Vice President (Not a Member) Speaker of the House LIMITED Debate UNLIMITED Debate (Filibuster) Articles of Impeachment Impeachment Trial Senatorial Courtesy (Filibuster) Nominations (Majority)(Judicial, Cabinet, Ambassadors) Ratify Treaties (2/3) Revenue Bills Must Originate HERE (The People are represented most directly) Photo by Martin Falbisoner

  4. “Upper House” “Lower House” Two Per State Proportional FEDERAL NATIONAL 6 YEAR TERMS (Insulated) 2 YEAR TERMS (Accountable) 100 435 vs. Vice President (Not a Member) Speaker of the House LIMITED Debate UNLIMITED Debate (Filibuster) Articles of Impeachment Impeachment Trial Senatorial Courtesy (Filibuster) Nominations (Majority)(Judicial, Cabinet, Ambassadors) Ratify Treaties (2/3) Revenue Bills Must Originate HERE (The People are represented most directly) Photo by Martin Falbisoner

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