- Congress. gov | Library of Congress
Presented by the Library of Congress, Congress gov is the official website for U S federal legislative information Your visit to the historic U S Capitol begins as you enter the Capitol Visitor Center
- United States Congress - Wikipedia
The United States Congress is the legislative branch of the federal government of the United States It is a bicameral legislature, including a lower body, the U S House of Representatives, and an upper body, the U S Senate They both meet in the United States Capitol in Washington, D C
- How Congress Works: A Beginner’s Guide – CONGRESS. NET
Understanding how Congress works is essential for engaging with the democratic process in the United States From drafting and passing laws to overseeing the executive branch, Congress plays a crucial role in shaping national policy and representing the interests of the American people
- US House of Representatives: History, Art Archives
The United States government is made up of the executive branch, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch The three branches would keep each other balanced so that one branch did not become too powerful and each branch’s duties and powers are outlined in the Constitution The legislative branch, made up of the House of Representatives and the Senate, makes the laws of the United States
- GovTrack. us: Tracking the U. S. Congress and the White House
GovTrack helps everyone learn about and track the activities of the United States Congress and the White House Launched more than 20 years ago, we’re one of the oldest government transparency and accountability websites on the Internet
- What Are the Duties of Congress? (with pictures) - America Explained
Congress is the legislative branch of the government, and its many duties include declaring war, creating and changing laws and establishing an annual budget for the federal government
- Find My Representative – The White House
Find your local U S representative or congressman quickly with our easy-to-use search tool Enter your city, address and zip code to locate your elected officials and members of Congress
- Where, When, and Why Does the US Congress Meet? - ThoughtCo
The US Congress meets in the Capitol Building in Washington, D C , in separate chambers for the Senate and House Congress must meet at least once a year, usually in two sessions, to conduct legislative business
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