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IL Constitution

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List current/former capitals of Illinois Kaskaskia, Vandalia, Springfield
Illinois became a state in what year? 1818
What country was the first to settle here in Illinois? France
IL population is currently _______ million people 12.5
The present IL constitution was adopted in what year? 1970
The largest city in IL is currently chicago
What are the age, etc, requirements for voting in IL? 18 year registered voter, 30 day resident of IL, register 28 days in advance
The Illinois State Legislatures is officially called the... General Assembly
How many chambers are in the General Assembly? 2- House and Senate
How many members are in the IL House? 118
How many members are in the IL Senate? 59
To pass a bill it takes _____ vote of the General Assembly majority
To override a veto of the governor it takes ____ vote of the General Assembly 3/5
How often does the IL State Legislature officially meet? once a year
An Illinois' Senator's term is normally ____ years 4
What are the special rules about passing bills in the IL legislature? Must be read on 3 different days, stick to one subject, if governor hasn't acted with in 60 days it automatically becomes a law
To be a Senator or Representative in the General Assembly, what are the qualifications? 21 years old, resident of the district for 2 years, and be a citizen
To suggest an amendment to the IL Constitution what fraction of the General Assembly must approve? 3/5 of both chambers
What role does the House/Senate play in impeachment? House impeaches, Senate is jury
Who is the presiding officer of each chamber? Speaker of the House, President of the Senate
The chief legal officer of Illinois' state government is _____ Attorney General
Who keeps the official records of the state and the great seal of the state? Secretary of State
Our governor is currently _______ Bruce Rauner
What veto powers does the governor have? regular, line item, amendatory NOT veto
In order of succession, who takes over if Governor dies? Lt. Gov
The IL executive branch has the duty of _____ the laws. enforcing
When are executive officers up for election? every 4 years but off presidential years
What are some of the important duties of the governor? veto, commander in chief of state guard, report on state of the state, enforce the law, pardon, make appointments, call special session, etc.
Who approves the governor's appointments? IL Senate
What are the qualifications for running for governor? 25 years old, 3 year resident, citizen
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