Legislative—Makes laws (Congress, comprised of the House of Representatives and Senate) Executive—Carries out laws (president, vice president, Cabinet, most federal agencies) Judicial—Evaluates laws (Supreme Court and other courts)

What are the 6 duties of Congress?

Congress has the power to:

  • Make laws.
  • Declare war.
  • Raise and provide public money and oversee its proper expenditure.
  • Impeach and try federal officers.
  • Approve presidential appointments.
  • Approve treaties negotiated by the executive branch.
  • Oversight and investigations.

    Why is Congress considered the most important branch?

    Congress is considered the most important branch because it is the branch that is the most responsive to the people. One reason why it is responsive (in theory) is due to the frequency of elections (they pay attention to what the constituents want). What does the Constitution say about Congressional Elections?

    What are the two basic functions of legislature?

    The main function of any type of legislature is to make and pass laws. Depending on the country, legislatures may also be given additional powers, such as the power to collect taxes, declare war, and approve of federal appointments.

    What are the 7 powers denied to Congress?

    Section 9. Powers Denied to Congress

    • Clause 1. Importation of Slaves.
    • Clause 2. Habeas Corpus Suspension.
    • Clause 3. Bills of Attainder and Ex Post Facto Laws.
    • Clause 4. Taxes.
    • Clause 5. Duties On Exports From States.
    • Clause 6. Preference to Ports.
    • Clause 7. Appropriations and Accounting of Public Money.
    • Clause 8.

      What are 3 powers denied to states?

      Powers Denied to State Government

      • make treaties with foreign governments;
      • issue bills of Marque;
      • coin money;
      • tax imports or exports;
      • tax foreign ships; and.
      • maintain troops or ships in a time of peace.