US House of Representatives

The US House of Representatives, a prominent Washington, D.C.-based governmental body, is one of the two chambers of the United States Congress. Its primary mission is to make and pass federal laws, serving as the legislative branch closest to the American people. Key activities include initiating revenue bills, impeaching federal officials, and electing the President in specific circumstances. With members elected every two years, it ensures responsiveness to constituents’ concerns and plays a vital role in the nation’s fiscal policy and checks and balances.