GovernmentThe form of government is based on three main principles : federalism ,the separation of powers and respect for the Constitution and the rule of law. The federal government is the central government of the United States. It is divided into three equal and separate branches and they are checked and balanced by one another.

Government The Legislature

The Executive

The Judiciary

The LegislativeCongressTwo-Chamber System(两院制议会)

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Congress Definition Members Functions

DefinitionThe United States Congress is the bicameral legislature of the federal government of the United States consisting of two houses: the House of Representatives and the Senate. Congress meets in the Capitol in Washington, D.C. Both representatives and senators are chosen through direct election.

The members of Congress The Senate has 100 members The House of Representatives has 435 members Six non-voting representatives from Puerto Rico(波多黎各)

Parties of the two houses

Independent (2 ) Democratic(52) Republican(46)

Republican(234) Democratic(200)

The requirements of members A senator must be over 30 years old and must have been a U.S citizen for at least nine years. The Representative must be at least 25 years old and a U.S citizen for at least seven years.

What is the main function of Congress?Answer: The main function of Congress is to pass laws for the Union.

The law-making process is very complicated, how does it process?

The law-making processCongress can override the veto by a two-thirds majorityGoes to the President for approval (sign it into law or veto)

“ Act”★Sent to a Conference Committee Reported to the House of Representatives or the senate by the committee

★ votes on the bill (after the hearings(听证会) )Sent to a proper committee (holds a series of sessions)

Bills are introduced

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