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Which amendment changed the date that Congress begins meeting?
20th
What gives the president the power to prorogue a session of congress only if the two houses cannot agree on a date?
The Constitution gives the president the power to prorogue a session of Congress if the two houses can not agree on a date. This is found in Article 2 of the Constitution.
When might the president ask congress to hold a special session?
The president ask congress to hold a special session when the two houses cannot agree on a date to adjourn or in an emergency situation.
If the president is at the end of their last term and congress declares war can that president serve an extra term?
No. The President's term ends at the date and time it is supposed to and a declaration of war prior to that does not permit the president to serve longer.
Why was the XX Amendment passed?
This amendment changed the date of the inauguration to an earlier date. The purpose was to eliminate the time a lame duck president would be able to stay in office.
Changed the method of electing the president changed the starting date for congress and the president which category does this Constitutional Amendment fall?
Structure of the Federal Government
Did state government change the method of electing the President and the starting date for Congress and the President?
Structure of the Federal GovernmentThe 12th amendmentmade an important change in the way the president and vice-president were elected. The 20th amendment moved up the starting date for a new Administration and a new Congress.
Which amendment changed the date that Congress begins meeting?
20th
When can the President prorogue a session of Congress?
The president has the power to prorogue a session of congress. This can happen only if two houses cannot agree on a date for adjournment.
Who stated November third as the day of voting in U.S. for President and the congress?
November 3rd is the date mentioned in the U.S. Constitution for electing the President and the congress.
Why do president and senators take office on different date?
The 20th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution specifies the date that the President and Congress take office.
What can the President do if the two houses of Congress cannot agree on a date to adjourn?
He can prorogue
What gives the president the power to prorogue a session of congress only if the two houses cannot agree on a date?
The Constitution gives the president the power to prorogue a session of Congress if the two houses can not agree on a date. This is found in Article 2 of the Constitution.
When might the president ask congress to hold a special session?
The president ask congress to hold a special session when the two houses cannot agree on a date to adjourn or in an emergency situation.
What date is the state of union message given?
In the United States the US President is obligated to inform the Congress of all important issues regarding the country. The designated date for this is February 12. The exact date is subject to change. The US Constitution however states that the president must inform a joint session of Congress early in the year.
Is there a mandated date for the State of the Union Address?
No, the State of the union has no set date. In fact, Congress must invite the president into the house chamber to give the address. the constitution notes that, "from time to time" the president shall update the Congress with news about the state of the union.
Which amendment changed the date of the president and vice president's term in office?
Amendment 20 moved the beginning of the president's term to January 20, from March 4.
