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Congress agreed to allow both territories to become states primarily to address the pressing issue of representation and governance in the rapidly growing regions. By granting statehood, Congress aimed to provide the territories with greater autonomy and a voice in the federal government, which was particularly important for maintaining stability and order. Additionally, the decision was influenced by political considerations, including the balance of power between free and slave states in the context of the pre-Civil War era.
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What state became a state at the same time as Florida?
Florida was admitted into the Union on March 3, 1845 becoming the 27th state to join the Union. Texas was admitted into the Union on December 29, 1845 becoming the 28th state to join the Union.
What steps do congress take in admitting new staes into the union?
Territories who desire to become states must apply to the federal government for statehood. After the formal application is made, the Congress votes on it. However, a part of one state cannot apply to become a separate state without the approval of host state legislature.
Why did congress agree to let Florida and Iowa territories becom states?
Congress agreed to let Florida and Iowa become states as part of a broader effort to balance the interests of slave and free states. Florida, with its agricultural economy, was seen as a slave state, while Iowa was considered a free state. The admission of these states in 1845 and 1846, respectively, helped maintain the political equilibrium in Congress during a time of rising tensions over slavery. Additionally, both territories had met the necessary population and governance requirements to qualify for statehood.
What conditions did a territory have to meet in order to become a state?
Western territories had limited self-government. When they reached a population of at least 60,000 people, they could draft a constitution. If congress apporved the document, they became a state.
Which situation showed how divided the federal government was over''Bleeding Kansas''?
President Pierce wanted Kansas to become a slave state, but Congress did not
What are 2 rules for statehood?
Interestingly, the constitution doesn't say a lot about how to become a state. It does say "New States may be admitted by the Congress into this Union," and it also says that a new state may not be created out of the territory of an existing state, nor can two or more states be merged into one, unless both the Congress and all the state legislatures involved agree to it. A state must have its own constitution, but it must also agree to accept the authority of the US Constitution. Today, if a new territory wants to join the United States, it must express its desire for statehood to Congress, and it is up to Congress whether to approve it or not.
What laws does the congress make in the US?
The U.S. Congress passes bills that become Federal Laws when the U.S. President signs them (although there are cases in which Congress can make a bill into a law without the President's approval), and each state Congress passes bills that become state laws when the Governor of the state signs them.
How could a territory become a state after the revolution?
It had to have 60,000 free settlers. Then It asked Congress to become a state.
Who approved of Vermont to become a state?
The US Congress.
How many must agree in congress to begin the amendment process?
It has to be agreed by 2/3 of congress. OR 2/3 (34) of the state legislatures
What was required for northwest territories to become a state?
a population of 60,000 people
Which act of congress allowed the new territories to determine whether to be a free or slave state?
the kansas- nebraska act
