The powers given to the legislative branch by the constitution is to __________

presiding officer of the General Assembly’s House of Representatives, elected by members of the House of Reps.

special taxes placed on items such as gasoline, alcoholic beverages, and tobacco products.

What checks/balance power does the Governor hold over the legislative branch?

Where is most work on bills completed within the legislative branch? (Think a system)

What checks/balance power does the legislative branch hold over the Governor's veto power?

In order for the state government to function effectively, the government must generate revenue (money) to operate. What is the number one source of funding?

Qualifications for the House of Reps include: U.S. citizenship, GA citizen for at least 2 years, legal resident of district one year, and ______ years old.

Qualifications for the Senate include: U.S. citizenship, GA citizen for at least 2 years, legal resident of district one year, and ______ years old.

The legislative branch (GA General Assembly) is made up of two houses: the __________ and the __________.

The term of office for both Senate and House of Reps. is _______ years with ________ limit on consecutive terms.

- a graduated tax based on income that individuals or married couples generate in the form of salaries, wages and/or investments. These graduated taxes rise as taxable income increases. This tax generates 40% - 45% of the state’s revenue.