University of Portland Bulletin 2012-2013

POL 415 Congress and Legislative Process

An analysis of the role, structure, and policies of the American Congress. This course focuses on the creation, evolution, and powers of the United States congress, congressional elections, the relationship between legislators and constituents, the organization and workings of Congress, changes in the legislative process, and congressional interaction with interest groups, the media, the executive branch, and the Courts.

Prerequisite

POL 200 or permission of the instructor.