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Voting Percentages
What percentages are required for Congress to act?
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 2/3 (two-thirds) majority | Override a presidential veto (Congress needs 2/3 in both houses) Ratify a treaty (2/3 of the Senate) Propose a constitutional amendment (2/3 of Congress) Remove a president from office after impeachment (2/3 of the Senate) |
| 3/4 (three-fourths) majority | Used for approving constitutional amendments: 3/4 of the states must ratify an amendment (either through state legislatures or conventions) |
| Quick way to remember according to ChatGPT | ⅔ = Congress power moves (big decisions) ¾ = States finalize the Constitution changes |