Article 1 , Section 4 (Original text):
The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof; but the Congress may at any time by Law make or alter such Regulations, except as to the Places of chusing Senators.
The Congress shall assemble at least once in every Year, and such Meeting shall be [on the first Monday in December,] unless they shall by Law appoint a different Day.
Explanation:
This section of the Constitution outlines the authority of states and Congress regarding election regulations and the timing of congressional meetings.
Election Regulations
- The times, places, and manner of holding elections for Senators and Representatives are determined by each state’s legislature.
- However, Congress has the authority to make or change these regulations by law, except for the places where Senators are chosen.
Congressional Meetings
- Congress must assemble at least once every year.
- This meeting is typically scheduled for the first Monday in December, unless a different day is appointed by law.
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