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Structure
The Senate uses committees (and their subcommittees) for a variety of purposes, including the review of bills and the oversight of the executive branch. Formally, the whole Senate appoints committee members. In practice, however, the choice of members is made by the political parties. Generally, each party honors the preferences of individual senators, giving priority based on seniority. Each party is allocated seats on committees in proportion to its overall strength.
Related Quotation
| Page | Quote | Date |
|---|---|---|
| US/Congress | “It could probably be shown by facts and figures that there is no distinctly native American criminal class except Congress.” | 1894 |
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