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Received through the CRS WebOrder Code RS21259CRS2and train probation and parole officers who work with released sex offenders HHSadministered grants for battered womens shelters rape prevention and. Samantha Tempchin, lbsc690 spring 2013. Library of Congress:. “. The Library holds the most comprehensive collection of American music in the world, more than . 22 million items. . including 6.5 million pieces of sheet music.”. Het . Bhattji. , Kelsey Cole, Chloe Foege, Matthew Irby, and Timmy Wood. What is Congressional Oversight?. Refers to the oversight used by Congress over the Executive Branch (including the numerous federal agencies).. The Representatives and Senators. The Members of Congress. 535 Members – . 100 Senators and 435 Reps.. House members – . At least age 25 and U.S. citizens for 7 years.. Senators – . At least age 30 and U.S. citizens for 9 years.. Chapter 12: Congress. The Representatives and Senators. Congressional Elections. How Congress Is Organized to Make Policy. The Congressional Process. Understanding Congress. Summary. Chapter Outline and Learning Objectives. Guidelines for Circulating Petitions. Circulators:. Must be U. S. citizens, and at least 18 years old.. Must not be on probation for a felony.. Do not need to be an Ohio citizen.. Do not need to be a registered voter.. Essential Questions. : What is the purpose of federalism? Why does the government need to make sure that the rights of citizens are upheld? What were the causes of instances in United States history in which rights were not properly upheld? How were/have these issues been resolved? . Purpose. Congress is one of few national assemblies with the power to initiate legislation, not simply vote on executive’s proposals. . Congress also conducts investigations that lead to important changes in policy and removal of officials. . How members of Congress vote and how they view their role as law makers. Four Roles:. . Delegate. Partisan. Trustee. Politico. . Delegate. Partisan. Trustee. Politico. Definitions. Delegate. : Delegates see themselves as agents of those who elected them. They vote based on how they think the people in their home state or district would want them to vote. (delegates truly represent the will of the people) . Understand how Congress is organized. Bell Ringer:. List the qualifications for serving in Congress as set forth in the. Constitution. In your opinion, are there other qualifications that. should be applied to holding office in Congress? For example,. The National Legislature. Concepts. What type of democracy does America have?. Indirect Democracy. Representative Democracy. General public not directly involved. Congress fulfills duties of the day-to-day government. Received through the CRS Web Order Code RS20021Updated March 7, 2006Frequently Asked QuestionsMichael KolakowskiKnowledge Services GroupThomas H. NealeAnalyst in American National Government Governmen 1esearch1egulations uide to 1esourcesfor Congressional 2tafferry 6 ansfieldHead 1eference 2ervicesDecember 8 2017Congressional Research Service7-5700wwwcrsgovRL33895Researching Current Federal Legis nBriefda Brudnick2pecialist on the CongressUpdated pril 11 2018Congressional Research Service7-5700wwwcrsgovRL30064Congressional Salaries and Allowances InBriefCongressional Research ServiceContent Competition and Bids in Medicare’s Prescription Drug ProgramJune 23, 2013Andrew StockingMicroeconomic Studies Division 1 CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE Design of the Part D Program for Standard Ben