In the Croson case, the Supreme Court ruled that all minority-business set-aside programs are unconstitutional

When would Congress be most likely to allow a federal agency significant discretion in rule-making?

a. following a congressional election b. following a presidential election c. following the passage of a law dealing with specialist issues d. following the passage of a law supported by both political parties

Standing committees __________.

A. attempt to reconcile different forms of bills passed by the House and Senate B. are appointed by the governor C. specialize in bills by subject matter or play a procedural role in the lawmaking process D. are created by legislative leaders for a limited period to consider specific issues