USG.SS.7.A
Analyze the structure and functions of the legislative branch of government, including the bicameral structure of Congress, the role of committees, and the procedure for enacting laws.
United States Government · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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structurefunctionslegislative branchgovernmentbicameral structureCongressrole of committeesprocedureenacting laws
Skills
- analyze (structure of the legislative branch) #dok3
- analyze (functions of the legislative branch) #dok3
- describe (bicameral structure of Congress) #dok2
- explain (role of committees in Congress) #dok2
- explain (procedure for enacting laws) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify the two houses that make up the bicameral structure of Congress. #dok1
- I can recall the basic functions of the legislative branch. #dok1
- I can describe how the House and Senate function within the legislative branch. #dok2
- I can explain the role committees play in the legislative process. #dok2
- I can outline the steps involved in the procedure for enacting laws. #dok2
- I can analyze how the structure of the legislative branch influences the lawmaking process. #dok3
- I can evaluate the effectiveness of committees in shaping legislation. #dok3
Big Ideas
- The structure and organization of the legislative branch directly influence how laws are made in the United States.
- Committees play a vital role in organizing the legislative process and managing the work of Congress.
Essential Questions
- How does the bicameral structure of Congress impact the way laws are made?
- What are the major functions and responsibilities of the legislative branch?
- In what ways do committees contribute to the lawmaking process?
- What are the steps involved for a bill to become a law?
- How does the organizational structure of the legislative branch affect representation and decision-making?