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Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee

The Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee is a U.S. Senate panel that oversees issues related to banking, financial institutions, housing, urban development, and community investment. It reviews legislation, oversees government agencies like the Federal Reserve and the Treasury Department, and examines policies affecting the economy and housing markets. The committee's work ensures financial stability, fair lending practices, and the development of urban areas, playing a key role in shaping laws that impact the nation's financial and housing systems.