Chapter 14 Section 4

Commutation

The power to reduce the sentence or fine for a crime.

Line-Item Veto

A President's cancelling over certain dollar amounts on a congressional spending bill.

Amnesty

A blanket pardon offered to a group of law violators.

Reprieve

An official postponement of the execution of a sentence.

By plain vetoing or pocket vetoing.

How can a President Veto a bill?

Sign it, or take no action as long as there are more than 10 days in the Congressional Session.

How can a President pass a bill?

Clemency

Mercy or leniency granted to an offender by a chief executive.

Pardon

Release from the punishment or legal consequences of a crime.

Recommending Legislation, Veto Power, Special Session, Reprieve, Pardon, Clemency, Commutation, and Amnesty.

What Legislative and Judicial powers are given to the President?

The message power.

What is the recommending Legislation power often referred to as?