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Organization of Congress

Question 4 • Fall 24 American Government/Civics IC

All of the following are true of the United States Senate EXCEPT:

Answer
A
The President of the Senate is the Vice President of the United States.
B
Each state is represented by two individuals elected to the Senate.
C
Senators vote on who should fill vacant seats within the Senate.
D
You must be at least 30 years old to be eligible for election into the Senate.

Explanation

The exception is C: senators do not vote to fill vacant Senate seats. Under the Constitution, a Senate vacancy is filled through the state’s process, which may involve an appointment by the governor until an election is held. The other statements are true: the Vice President is President of the Senate, each state has two senators, and senators must be at least 30 years old.

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