House of Representatives20 viewsAs per the Constitution, the U.S. House of Representatives makes and passes federal laws. The House is one of Congress’ two chambers, and part of the federal government’s legislative branch. The number of voting representatives in the House is fixed by law at no more than 435, proportionally representing the population of the 50 states.
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United States Senate13 viewsThe Constitution assigned to Congress responsibility for organizing the executive and judicial branches, raising revenue, declaring war, and making all laws necessary for executing these powers. The Constitution provides that the Senate advise and consent on key executive and judicial appointments and on the approval for ratification of treaties.
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