Definition
The upper chamber of Congress with 100 members (2 per state) serving 6-year terms.
Related Terms
Bicameral
A legislature with two separate chambers. The U.S. Congress is bicameral, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Filibuster
A tactic used in the Senate to delay or block a vote by extending debate indefinitely. Can only be ended by cloture (60 votes).
House of Representatives
The lower chamber of Congress with 435 members apportioned by population. Members serve 2-year terms.
More Legislative Terms
A legislative act authorizing the expenditure of government funds for a specific purpose.
A legislature with two separate chambers. The U.S. Congress is bicameral, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
A proposed law introduced in Congress or a state legislature.
A meeting of members of a political party or interest group to discuss strategy, select candidates, or make policy decisions.
A Senate procedure to end debate (a filibuster) and bring a matter to a vote. Requires 60 out of 100 senators.
A subgroup of legislators assigned to review, amend, and recommend action on bills related to a specific topic.