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What is the Legislative Branch?

The Legislative Branch

Who is part of the Legislative Branch?

What is the Different Between The Senate and The House of Representatives?

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The branch of the United States government that has the power of making or enacting laws.​
 

House of Representatives

Senate

Both

  • Larger
  • Can impeach officials
  • Initiate revenue bills
  • More institutionalized
  • Party loyalty
  • Have their own agendas
  • Use committees
  • Ratify treaties
  • Confirm presidential nominations
  • Can try to impeach officials
  • Less disciplined
  • Can​ filibuster

The House of Representatives and the Senate make up the Congress.

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