Committee
A committee is a smaller group within a legislative body or other organization that handles a defined area of work. Congressional committees review bills, hold hearings, conduct investigations, and oversee agencies within their jurisdictions. Committees may be standing, select, joint, or conference committees.
A committee is a smaller group within a legislative body or other organization that handles a defined area of work. Congressional committees review bills, hold hearings, conduct investigations, and oversee agencies within their jurisdictions. Committees may be standing, select, joint, or conference committees.
Example: The House Committee on Appropriations considers legislation that provides funding for federal agencies and programs.
Common misconception: A committee can enact federal law by itself. Committees shape and review legislation, but bills must complete the required legislative process to become law.
Sources: https://www.house.gov/committees; https://www.senate.gov/committees/committees_home.htm