A formal accusation issued by a legislature against a public official charged with crime or other serious misconduct.

A system of rules of conduct established and enforced by the authority, legislation, or custom of a given community, state, or nation. Used in the singular to mean a specific law (a law protecting fre [..]

Legislation that has passed both Houses of Congress and has been either approved by the President or passed over his veto, thus becoming law. Also used technically for a bill that has been passed by o [..]

To change the wording or meaning of a motion, bill, Constitution, etc. by formal procedure. For example, Congress may amend the Constitution.

A proposal by a Member (in committee or floor session of the respective Chamber) to alter the language or provisions of a bill or act. It is voted on in the same manner as a bill. The Constitution of [..]

A resident of another country who has not yet become a citizen of the country where he or she now lives.

The war in which the United States won independence from Great Britain (1775-1783).

Opponents to the adoption of the Federal Constitution. Leading Anti-Federalists included George Mason, Elbridge Gerry, Patrick Henry, and George Clinton.

Independence or freedom; the right of self-government.

The quality of having two branches, chambers, or houses, such as the United States Congress, which is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives.