Congressional Committees

There are 2 types of congressional committees. What are they and what do they do?

• Temporary committees and permanent committees
• Joint committees and advisory committees
• Research committees and oversight committees
• The two types of congressional committees are standing committees and select committees.

What are reasons a congressman or senator would pick a particular committee to work on?

• To align with personal interests, expertise, constituent needs, and career advancement opportunities.
• To gain popularity among party leaders
• To increase personal wealth through lobbying
• To avoid any legislative responsibilities

What does the Government Accountability Office do?

• The GAO creates new government policies and regulations.
• The GAO provides legal representation for government officials.
• The GAO manages public relations for government agencies.
• The GAO audits and evaluates government programs and spending to ensure accountability.

A Congressional Caucus is a group of legislators who

• A group of legislators who represent different political parties.
• A group of legislators who focus solely on budget issues.
• A group of legislators who share common interests or goals.
• A group of legislators who are appointed by the President.