legislative bodies

An examination of the legislative branch on the state level, including the legislative houses and the process through which a bill becomes a law.

Defines the role of the state legislative branch and explains how state government works, how state laws are passed, who can run for state legislator as well as the part citizens play in choosing our state leaders.

Educators and elected officials explain the daily operations in the Senate and House of Representatives, including how laws are made, the influence of special interest groups, and the role of committees.

Draws from an analysis of voting patterns, as well as the letters, writing, speeches, and campaigns of politicians in the lower houses of the various state assemblies between 1776 and 1878 to show that legislators formed into consistent blocs that displayed continuity and cohesion long before organizing into national political parties.

A collection of essays that provide information on topics related to the federal and state legislatures of the U.S., their membership, processes, powers, and accomplishments; organized chronologically and/or topically within six specific subject areas.

Provides information about lawmaking and the workings of legislatures, following a variety of fictional bills through the state legislative process as practiced in Colorado, and includes a case study of an omnibus crime bill introduced in the U.S. Congress in 1994.

"Learn about the structure and responsibilities of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the United States Congress which explains how it works, what its major responsibilities are, why it was created, and how it affects American society.

Explores the process by which a law is passed, discussing the proposal, debates in Congress, and presidential approval; explains procedural rules.