Question

multiple select question
select all that apply
how can the structure of congress be used to block legislation?
□ by holding up a bill in committee
□ by filibustering in the house
□ by impounding appropriated and authorized funds
□ by the senates unlimited debate rule (use of the filibuster)

Explanation:

• "By holding up a bill in committee": Congressional committees can stall bills by not reporting them out, blocking progress.
• "By filibustering in the House": The House has rules (like the "previous question" motion) that limit debate, so filibusters aren’t used here. Eliminate this.
• "By impounding appropriated and authorized funds": This is an executive branch (president) action, not congressional. Eliminate this.
• "By the Senate's unlimited debate rule (use of the filibuster)": The Senate’s filibuster (unlimited debate) can block legislation by preventing a vote.

Answer:

A. By holding up a bill in committee, D. By the Senate's unlimited debate rule (use of the filibuster)