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What bill can the senate not introduce?
The Senate cannot introduce bills for raising revenue. Article 1, Section 7 of the US Constitution states that All bills for raising revenue shall originate in the House of representatives; but the Senate may propose or concur with Amendments as on other bills
Can the President introduce a Bill If not where do Bills come from?
Only members of Congress con actively introduce bills.
The scheduling of bills in the senate is left up to?
The scheduling of bills in the Senate is left up to the Senate majority leader.
What is hostile Senate?
A hostile senate is one in which the Opposition holds the power, thus making it difficult for the Government's bills and legislation to be passed. Kevin Rudd's Labor Party faces this situation until July 2008, when the new senate determined at the last election sits.
What are the special duties of the senate?
The US Senate is the upper house of the US Congress. Bills must be passed by a majority of both houses of Congress in order to become law. Except for revenue bills, bill can be introduced in either house. The Senate alone must confirm most appointments of the President, including ambassadors, cabinet members, federal judges and other high-ranking positions. The Senate must ratify any treaties made with foreign governments .
