Thursday, October 2, 2008

Powers of House vs. Powers of Senate

The Senate and the House are considered equal institutions in the legislative branch, both they both have powers that are unique only to them. The Senate and the House of Representatives make up the two houses of Congress. a bill must pass though both of these houses before it can become a law. One power of the Senate that the House does not possess is that the Senate's Advice and Consent is required in presidential appointments and treaties. If the president proposes either of these things, the Senate has to agree with a two thirds majority for them to pass. The House of Representatives also has some powers that add to their strength. The House has the sole power of impeachment. The Senate does, however, have the sole power to try impeachment cases. Furthermore, revenue-raising bills have to originate in the House.

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