The Powers of the Speaker of the House Include All

question 53

Multiple Choice

The powers of the Speaker of the House include all of the following except

• A) presiding over meetings of the House.
• B) appointing members of conference committees.
• C) scheduling legislation for floor action.
• D) presiding over the conference of the majority party.
• E) sending legislation to the appropriate standing committee.

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Definitions:

Cease-and-Desist Orders

Legal orders issued by a court or regulatory authority to halt practices or actions deemed illegal or harmful, often used in the context of business operations and intellectual property.

Federal Trade Commission

A U.S. federal agency responsible for protecting consumers and ensuring a strong competitive market by enforcing antitrust and consumer protection laws.

United States Steel

An incorporated steel producer known for its significant impact on the industrial growth of the United States, symbolizing industrialization and economic progress.

Antitrust Case

Legal cases aimed at regulating or dismantling monopolistic business practices to ensure fair competition in the market.