Learning Objectives

After reading this chapter students should be able to:

Describe how the U.S. Congress serves as both a lawmaking and representative institution.

Describe what factors affect turnover rates for members of Congress.

Identify advantages and disadvantages of incumbency.

Define reapportionment and redistricting.

Describe the functions of leaders in Congress.

Describe how the principle of seniority works.

Name and describe the various types of committees in Congress.

Distinguish among the lawmaking, representation and oversight functions of Congress.

Describe the major steps in a bill becoming a law.

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