the presiding officer of a group or committee

The central government of the United States established by the U.S. Constitution, composed of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

The central government of the United States established by the U.S. Constitution, composed of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

The oath each Member-elect must take to officially become a Member of the House.

a motion to stop further action on a bill or a point of order

the period during which Congress assembles to conduct business

the President's ability, as allowed by the Constitution, to prevent a bill or joint resolution from becoming a law. It can be overridden by a two-thirds vote in each chamber or Congress

an alteration or addition to a motion or bill

to accuse someone of misconduct. The Constitution grants the House of Representatives the sole power of impeachment

an advisory board to the president

a meeting or session of a committee of Congress, usually open to the public, in which testimony and arguments regarding legislation are presented.

The Washington D.C. building used by the U.S. Congress for its sessions

A person appointed or elected to represent others