Most of the legislative work of Congress is performed byMultiple Choicethe standing committees and their subcommittees with jurisdiction over particular policy areas.the joint committees chosen to coordinate actions between the two chambers of Congress.the select committees chosen to study special problems on a temporary basis.the steering committees that decide how the party stands on particular bills.party leaders in both chambers.

Most of the work on legislation in Congress is doneMultiple Choiceby committees and their respective subcommittees.on the floor of the House and Senate.by conference committees.by the president.by bureaucratic agencies.

Committee staffs within CongressMultiple Choiceconcentrate on constituency relations.perform an almost entirely legislative function.concentrate on public relations.split their time between legislative functions and public relations.are devoted to logistical functions and committee public relations.

What is the main role of a committee in Congress?A.To review a bill based on its subjectB.To overturn vetoes by the presidentC.To draft and introduce new legislationD.To manage elections within a specific stateSUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Which of the following congressional committees investigate issues, recommend actions, or provide a compromise to conflicting versions of bills?Standing CommitteesJudicial CommitteesJoint/Conference CommitteesSelect Committees

Which of the following is not one of Congress’ four main roles?Group of answer choicesLawmaking for the representatives’ local districts.Legislative oversight.Constituency service.Lawmaking for the nation.