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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Bicameral Legislature | A lawmaking body of two groups: the Senate and House |
| Apportionment | Distribution of seats in the House of Representatives |
| Expulsion | The removal of a member of Congress |
| Caucus | Meeting of Party leaders to determine policies or candidates |
| President Pro-Tempore | Leader of the Senate if the Vice President is absent. |
| Speaker of the House | Leader of the House of Representatives |
| Impeach | To accuse a government official of misconduct. |
| Treason | An act that endangers our country |
| Bill | A Proposed Law |
| Filibuster | A method of delaying action on a bill by making long speeches. |
| Cloture | The ending of a debate in congress. |