Asked by Jorge Gonzalez on May 31, 2024

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Explain the importance of the committee system to Congress.

Committee System

A method of delegating legislative or administrative tasks to smaller, specialized groups within a larger organization or governing body, often found in parliaments or congresses.

Congress

A bicameral body that constitutes the legislative branch of the United States, tasked with creating and passing federal laws, comprising two parts: The Senate, representing states equally, and the House of Representatives, representing districts based on population.

  • Learn about the significance and objections to the committee system and its consequences on legislative activities.
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Hayley MendozaJun 06, 2024
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Although not as powerful as in the past, committees remain the principal, if not always fully autonomous, players in nearly all policy decisions.Through division of labor and specialization, the system of committees and subcommittees traditionally provide Congress with expertise .