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OSWALD

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In which of the following circumstances would a conference committee most likely be created?
 
  a) A measure passes the House but fails in the Senate.
  b) A measure passes the Senate but fails in the House.
  c) A measure passes both houses of the legislature, but is vetoed by the governor.
  d) A measure passes the House and Senate in different forms.
  e) A measure passes the House and Senate, but it is rejected by a vote of the people.

Question 2

In the Texas Senate, what is the function of a blocking bill on the Senate calendar?
 
  a) It ensures that no bills can be considered on the floor of the Senate unless a special order is granted by two-thirds vote of the membership.
  b) It prevents senators from using the filibuster to defeat legislation they oppose.
  c) It ensures that the governor can take no actions without legislative approval.
  d) It prevents the House from passing legislation that has not already been approved by the Senate.
  e) It prevents senators from introducing legislation.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

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Answer: A





 

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