The Three Branches of Government
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Legislative Branch
The House of Representatives
The Senate
Salary and Benefits
Congressional Committees
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The President
The Vice President
The Electoral College
Judicial Branch
Types of Cases
Structure of the Federal Court System
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Salary of Representatives and Senators
The salary of representatives and senators is $174,000 a year.
The salary is higher for leaders of the House and Senate.
Benefits of Representatives and Senators
Members of Congress receives retirement and health benefits similar to other federal employees.
Members of Congress also get an allowance to be spent on office expenses, such as traveling and mail sent to voters.