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House Ways and Means Committee

The House Ways and Means Committee is a key legislative body in the U.S. House of Representatives responsible for overseeing taxation, revenue, and programs like Social Security and Medicare. It plays a central role in shaping tax policy, determining how the government raises and spends money. The committee reviews and writes legislation related to economic policy, trade, and health care funding, influencing the federal budget and financial regulations. Its decisions impact national finance and social programs, making it one of the most powerful committees in the House.