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what are the formal qualifications?

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30 years of age 9 years a citizen resident of the state he represents

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what is the duty of the senate?

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similar to the H.O.R. -pass laws, but different responsibilities etc

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where in line if the President Pro - Tempore to the Presidency?

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The President Pro - Tempore is fourth in line to the Presidency.

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leadership of senate:

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Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States, is President of the Senate. -He will only vote in the Senate in case of a tie Orrin Hatch is President Pro-Tempore of the Senate

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election of senate:

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The Senate is considered a "continuous body" There is always someone there with experience Elections: 1/3 of the Senate is up for election every 2 years

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leadership of vice president:

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The Vice President of the United States is always President of the Senate. It was a way to separate powers while keeping the principles of checks and balances at work. The VP holds no "real senatorial power" except to vote in the case of a tie. He will also perform administrative duties while in the Senate chamber.

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how long is a term for the senator?

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6 years

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why are the qualifications so easy? (easy to get the position)

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the Framers wanted just about anyone to access this position. To encourage service to your nation.

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how many does each state have?

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2

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how many members?

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100

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leadership of president pro-tempore:

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The President Pro-Tempore of the Senate is the person in charge of the day to day operations of the Senate He is the counterpart to the Speaker of the House. His duties are similar to the Speaker.

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