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The qaulifications of the members of congress are listed in the what of the united states constitution?
CRS Annotated Constitution is where you can find the qualifications for members of congress.
What house of Congress has the authority to judge its members?
Both the House of Representatives and the Senate have the authority to judge their own members. Each chamber has the power to expel members, discipline them, and determine their qualifications for office, as outlined in the U.S. Constitution. This self-governing authority allows Congress to maintain its integrity and uphold its rules and standards.
Who is the judge of elections of members in congress?
Each house is the judge of elections, returns, and qualifications of members in Congress.
Who judges the qualification it'd the members of congress?
This process led the Court to conclude that Congress' power under Article I, Sec. 5 to judge the qualifications of its Members was limited to ascertaining.
What powers does the senate have over the election and qualifications of its members?
Each house of Congress has the power which was established through the U.S. Constitution to judge the elections returns, and qualifications of its members. The Senate created its own practices for judging the qualifications of its members in contested elections. This practice began in 1789.
Who approves salary increases for the members of Congress?
The members of Congress determine their own salaries, typically voting for raises every couple of years.
Can Congress establish the rules for the election of its members?
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What are the characteristics of members of congress?
Members of Congress are very diverse when it comes to background and professional qualifications. However, the most successful representatives have good relationships with their constituents back home and are good at compromising and building consensus.
What qualifications other than those listed in article I do you think should be used when choosing a member of congress?
Qualifications other than those listed in article I that should be used when choosing a member of congress is that prospective members must not have a criminal record
Most congress is done in what?
Most work in Congress is done in committees. Members of Congress are placed on various committees depending upon whether they are members of the majority or minority party, and by their seniority. Sub-committees may also be created with members of Congress and aides. The committees investigate and hold hearings to determine what type of legislation should be recommended to the full Congress.
Why does Congress meet once every year?
Congress has to meet once a year because Section 4 of Article 1 in the United States Constitution requires it. This is because Congress needs to examine the state of the country, determine if legislation is needed, and, as stated in Section 5, " be the judge of the elections, returns and qualifications of its own members, and a majority of each shall constitute a quorom to do business." A "quorom" is the number of members required to be present for business to be legally conducted.
How many minorities are in congress?
Congress has a total of 433 members. There is currently, a total of 78 members of Congress that are minorities.
