The U.S. House, also known as the House of Representatives, is one of the two chambers of Congress and is responsible for proposing and passing federal laws.
Related terms
Senate: The other chamber of Congress responsible for confirming presidential appointments and ratifying treaties.
Speaker of the House: The leader of the majority party in the U.S. House who presides over debates and plays a key role in shaping legislation.
Congressional Committees: Smaller groups within the U.S. House that focus on specific areas such as finance or education, allowing members to specialize in certain policy areas.