Unit Three
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Unit Three Lessons
Texas Legislature rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-14-s.rm Legislative Process rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-15-s.rm Casework and Oversight rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-16-s.rm The Governor rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-17-s.rm Bureaucracy rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-18-s.rm Fiscal Policy rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-19-s.rm Globalism rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-20-s.rm
Exam 3 Review
Exam III Review Questions 1. Describe the process by which a bill becomes a law in Texas. If you were a legislator interested in passing a bill you had introduced, whose support would you be most concerned about securing? 2. Why are the presiding officers important in the Texas legislature process? Why is the selection of presiding officers more important in Texas than it is in many other states? 3. What factors limit the Texas governor's ability to function effectively as chief executive? Given these limitations, how can the governor influence the operation of the executive branch? 4. What is the difference between a progressive and a regressive system of taxation? How would you characterize Texas' tax system? 5. Describe the roles that the governor of Texas is expected to fulfill?
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Unit Three

This page connects you to the 26 Videos you need to succeed in this course. However, you must download REALPLAYER to view these videos. A 56k broadband connection or DSL and a newer model computer, 2005-2007, are needed. Without these tools, watching the videos online is not possible. In this case, purchase the videos in DVD or VHS form from the bookstore. If you have the necessary equipment and have problems viewing the videos, you may call District Help at 220-1616 or SAC Help at 210-785-6330 for technical assistance.

Unit Three Lessons

Texas Legislature
rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-14-s.rm
Legislative Process
rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-15-s.rm
Casework and Oversight
rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-16-s.rm
The Governor
rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-17-s.rm
Bureaucracy
rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-18-s.rm
Fiscal Policy
rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-19-s.rm
Globalism
rtsp://streams.accd.edu/govt/2301/ag-2301-20-s.rm

Exam 3 Review

Exam III Review Questions

1. Describe the process by which a bill becomes a law in Texas. If you were a legislator interested in passing a bill you had introduced, whose support would you be most concerned about securing?

2. Why are the presiding officers important in the Texas legislature process? Why is the selection of presiding officers more important in Texas than it is in many other states?

3. What factors limit the Texas governor's ability to function effectively as chief executive? Given these limitations, how can the governor influence the operation of the executive branch?

4. What is the difference between a progressive and a regressive system of taxation? How would you characterize Texas' tax system?

5. Describe the roles that the governor of Texas is expected to fulfill?

San Antonio College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability with respect to access, employment programs, or services. Inquiries or complaints concerning these matters should be brought to the attention of: Director of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator, 210/208-8051. Address: Human Resources Department, 201 W. Sheridan, Bldg. A, San Antonio, Texas 78204. For special accommodations or an alternate format, contact the San Antonio College DisABILITY Support Services at 733-2347

Please email jalfaro@accd.edu for any information related to this page.
Updated 02-06-2007
Copyright 2007