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What do you call special projects such as roads bridges post offices etc in congressional districts?
"Pork Barrel" is the general term for getting such projects in specific districts.
"Earmarking" is the means used to accomplish this. The term derives from cutting marks on pigs' ears to identify their owners. Earmarked spending is a budget item with detailed specifics as to where the funds must be spent.
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What do you call projects such as roads bridges post offices etc. in congressional districts?
These projects are called Pork Barrell Projects.
What do we call special projects such as roads bridges post offices etc etc in congressional districts?
Public works.
Which of these has been independent of congressional control since 1970?
Post offices.
Which congressional offices is mandated by the Constitution?
speaker of the house
What are the four districts found in most large cities?
The four districts commonly found in large cities are residential, commercial, industrial, and recreational districts. Residential districts consist of housing and neighborhoods, commercial districts have businesses and offices, industrial districts are focused on manufacturing and industry, and recreational districts include parks and entertainment venues.
Does the US congress have the power to build bridges?
Yes. Congress has the power to build bridges, establish post offices, and impeach the president if nesseccary
Why were hundreds of African Americans elected to local state congressional offices during the 1870s?
The passage of the 15th Amendment
How many districts in Bangladesh?
In Bangladesh, we have offices in all eight administrative divisions. These divisions are divided into 64 districts. Each division is named after its major city, which also serves as administrative seat.
How do voters influence members of congress?
Voters can call, write, email, or visit congressional leaders and offices. They can also vote them out.
What made the election of hundreds of African American leaders state and congressional offices possible during the 1870s?
The passage of the Fifteenth Amendment
What are local projects such as post offices and hospitals called?
Local projects such as hospitals and post offices are called public works bills. These types of bills are financed by the government.
Why were hundreds of African Americans elected to local state and Congressional offices during the 1870s?
The passage of the 15th Amendment
