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In what two ways does congress make informal changes to the constitution?
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∙ 9y ago
Congress can not make informal changes to the constitution. The only ways that the constitution can be changed is if 2/3 of the states ratify the change, or a constitutional convention takes place.
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∙ 10y agoThere is no way that Congress can legally amend the Constitution informally. However, both the White House, and the courts have done so with Executive Orders, Decrees, and Judicial Creative Interpretations.
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∙ 14y ago~passing basic legislation ~adding meaning to skeletal portions of the Constitution ~simply exercising many of its powers
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∙ 12y agoThe process of informal constitutional change has played a key role in the development of the American system of government.
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Who has the power to make the laws?
== == The Congress. Art. I, sec 1 of the Constitution.
How can changes be made to the Constitution?
First of all, a two thirds majority of each house of Congress must propose the amendment. Then, a three fourths majority of the states must ratify the amendment.
What two ways can the Constitution be amended?
There are two ways to change the Constitution of the United States, formally and informally. There are several ways to informally change the Constitution. One example is Article I, Section 8, Clause 18. It is known as the "elastic clause" because it "stretches" the power of Congress. This gives Congress the power to pass laws considered "necessary and proper" for carrying out the other powers of Congress. The development of political parties, political custom, and tradition are also informal ways to change the Constitution. For example, the Constitution says nothing about the President's Cabinet to help him/her make decisions. This was begun by Washington and developed over the years by presidents who felt they needed special advisors for various subjects. The Amendment process is the formal way to change the Constitution. An amendment may be proposed by two-thirds vote of both houses of Congress or by a convention called by Congress at the request of two-thirds of the state legislatures. Ratification of an amendment takes three-fourths of the states to approve.
Does the US Constitution list a method for amending it?
There are two ways to change the Constitution of the United States, formally and informally. There are several ways to informally change the Constitution. One example is Article I, Section 8, Clause 18. It is known as the “elastic clause” because it “stretches” the power of Congress. This gives Congress the power to pass laws considered “necessary and proper” for carrying out the other powers of Congress. The development of political parties, political custom, and tradition are also informal ways to change the Constitution. For example, the Constitution says nothing about the President’s Cabinet to help him/her make decisions. This was begun by Washington and developed over the years by presidents who felt they needed special advisors for various subjects. The Amendment process is the formal way to change the Constitution. An amendment may be proposed by two-thirds vote of both houses of Congress or by a convention called by Congress at the request of two-thirds of the state legislatures. Ratification of an amendment takes three-fourths of the states to approve.
There are three parts to most state constitution?
A+ All states must follow a national amendment process to make changes to state constitutions.
How can americans make chanhes to the constitution?
Americans make changes to the constitution through the congress
What are Two governmental bodies that may make informal changes?
electoral college and congress
How can congress make unformal changes to the constitution?
Congress cannot make changes to the Constitution; it can only propose changes. To do so requires a two thirds majority vote from both Houses of Congress. If at least two thirds of each house votes in favor of the proposal, it is passed and goes to the states for ratification. As soon as at least three quarters of the states ratify the proposal, it is part of the Constitution.
Does the constitution state that congress must make changes in the documents wording because of changes in society?
you suck balls
Congress can effect changes to the Constitution by?
Congress effects changes to the Constitution by proposing amendments that would have to be ratified by 3/4 of state legislatures or state conventions called for the purpose of ratification. Congress cannot make any Constitutional changes on its own.
The constitution states that congress must make changes in the documents wording because of changes in society true or false?
True
Can congress make changes in the document's wording because of changes in society?
It depends on the document. If it is something within their authority, yes, they can make whatever changes the constitution allows.
In what two general ways does Congress reshape the Constitution?
The Constitution may undergo changes with a Constitutional Amendment or Constitutional Convention. The Supreme Court may not actually make changes to the Constitution, but may interpret the lines of the Constitution differently as time passes.
How can the president make an informal change to the constituon?
I am not sure what the term "informal change" means. The president can not make any changes in the Constitution. His actions may prompt supreme court decisions which change the interpretation of the Constitution. His supreme court appointments may lead to decisions which are in line with changes the Presidents wants to see made. He can disobey court decisions to a limited extent , especially if he has great popular support for what he does.
How did Herbert Hoover make any changes to the Constitution?
He could not even if he wanted to. Changes are made by the Congress and only by them. The president must then sign off. Hoover was the director of the FBI and had no power to do any changes.
Can the congress make amendments to the constitution?
Yes
Why do you think congress rather than the constitution sets the presidents salary?
I believe congress chooses their salary because the value of money changes over time and so if it was just one set salary made by the constitution it would cause the president to make less.
