Create, alter, or repeal laws- The main focus of the legislative branch in America is to make national laws.
Assess and regulate taxes- The legislative branch was given the ability to tax in the US Constitution. This shows up several times, including in the 16th amendment which allows for federal income tax.
oversee the US Government Printing Office and coin more money.
Declare war on China- Only Congress (aka the legislative branch) has the ability to declare war. The US cannot go to war officially without their approval.
Speaking out will make other staff members of the school listen if not the first person you talked to. Help other students who are facing the problem you are. And because we have the right of freedom of speech, speak out.