Legislative Committees

Definition

Legislative committees are specialized groups of legislators that are assigned specific tasks, such as reviewing proposed legislation or conducting investigations. They play a crucial role in the legislative process by studying issues in-depth and making recommendations for action.

Related terms

Oversight: The act of monitoring and supervising government agencies and programs to ensure they are acting within their authority and following laws.

Subcommittee: A smaller group within a legislative committee that focuses on a particular area or issue.

Jurisdiction: The scope or extent of the authority given to a legislative committee to handle specific types of matters.