The United States Constitution Article. I. (The Legislative Branch) Section. 2. (The House) Note: Article I, section 2, of the Constitution was modified by section 2 of the 14th amendment. The House of Representatives shall be composed of Members chosen every second Year by the People of the several States, and the Electors in each … Read more
The United States Constitution and The Declaration of Independence (Preamble) We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this … Read more
The original Capitol Hill Workshop from Congressional Quarterly (CQ) and TheCapitol.Net. Congressional decision-making is driven by politics, policy and process. In this 3-day workshop, Washington-based experts discuss these 3 P’s and help you understand the complete policy-making process. This training conference is sponsored by TheCapitol.Net – Exclusive provider of Congressional Quarterly Executive Conferences. ** Space … Read more
New Capitol Learning Audio Course The Federal Election Commission’s (FEC) Final Rules on Bundling and The Executive Branch Rules on Gifts With Carol Laham Who has to report and what triggers the reporting requirement under the new lobbyist bundling rules? What is a bundled contribution? How the Commission defines “credit” given for contributions on which … Read more
Why is the federal budget process so convoluted? How come it’s so hard to get an appropriation through Congress? What’s the difference between authorizations and appropriations? How can I track my organization’s appropriation? If you’ve ever asked any of these questions, this course from TheCapitol.Net is a must: Understanding Congressional Budgeting and Appropriations at the … Read more
News coverage in the Washington media can make or break public policy initiatives, lobbyists, and even the careers of politicians–and it’s different from news coverage in other markets. This training can help you be successful in this critical arena. Media Relations for Public Affairs Professionals: How to develop a message, press release, media kit, and … Read more