Government
Who runs our country?
How are laws made?
The President doesn't make the laws, he only approves them. Who is it that makes the laws? Well, anyone can make a law. First, there needs to be a person who thinks the law is a good idea. Then, they make a group or something to draw attention to the idea. After that, a legislator needs to notice it. If they think it is a good idea, they may propose it as a bill. If a lot of people like it, then the bill gets sent to the governor of the president. If they like it, they can sign it and it becomes a law. If they don't like it, it gets sent back. But, if the president or governor doesn't like the law, and doesn't sign it, it can still become a law. There has to be at least 2/3 of the legislators voting for it, but then it can become a law.
How Government Works
3 Branches of Government
These are the 3 branches of government.
- Executive
- Judicial
- Legislative
Checks and Balances
The Government uses a system of checks and balances, which means that every branch of government has the same amount of power. This is important because without it, everyone would be in one branch or another, and it would be unfair.
Our Type of government
The government we use is called a democracy. This means that everybody can vote, and we all get a say in things.
The Branches of Government
Legislative
The Legislative Branch is the part of the government that writes up and votes on laws, also called legislation. Other powers of the Congress include declaring war, confirming Presidential appointments for groups like the Supreme Court and the Cabinet, and investigating power.
Judicial
The judicial branch of government runs the Supreme Court, with the judges appointed by congress.
Executive
The executive branch of government makes sure that the laws are followed. The president is part of the Executive Branch.
New York Government
Our Governer
The Current New York State governor is Andrew Cuomo. For More information on him, click here. https://www.governor.ny.gov/about
Local Assembly Member
Our Local Assembly Member is Harry Bronsen.
Local Senator
Our Local Senator is Patrick M. Gallivan.
Educational Videos
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BRANCHES OF GOVERNMENT
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