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committee amendment

Government; American government

An amendment recommended by a committee in reporting a bill or other measure.

general welfare clause

Government; American government

Clause in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution that gives Congress power to provide for "the general welfare of the United States. "

committee substitute

Government; American government

Short for committee amendment in the nature of a substitute.

A constitutionally recognized officer of the Senate who presides over the chamber in the absence of the Vice President. The President Pro Tempore (or, "president for a time") is elected by the Senate ...

reconciliation process

Government; American government

A process established in the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 by which Congress changes existing laws to conform tax and spending levels to the levels set in a budget resolution. Changes recommended ...

treaty

Government; American government

Formal agreement between sovereign nations to create or restrict rights and responsibilities. In the U. S. All treaties must be approved by a two-thirds vote in the Senate.