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Clean bill

Government; American government

Generally, after a committee has amended legislation, the chairman may be authorised by the panel to assemble the changes and what remains unchanged from the original bill and then reintroduce ...

Criminal law

Government; American government

Branch of law that deals with disputes and criminal actions, any type of crime, involving criminal penalties (as opposed to civil law), it rules conduct of individuals, defines crimes, and ...

Feudalism

Government; American government

Political and economic system in which a king or queen shared power with the nobility who required services from the common people in return for allowing them to use the noble's land.

Adjourn

Government; American government

A motion to adjourn in the Senate (or a committee) ends that day's session.

Political efficacy

Government; American government

Belief that one can be effective and have an impact on public affairs.

Companion bill or measure

Government; American government

Similar or identical legislation which is introduced in the Senate and House. House and Senate lawmakers who share similar views on legislation may introduce a companion bill in their respective ...

Foreign policy

Government; American government

Policies of the federal government directed to matters beyond U. S. Borders, especially relations with other countries. Much domestic policy has foreign policy implications.