United States House of Representatives

The United States House of Representatives is one of the two chambers of Congress, the legislative branch of the federal government. Composed of 435 elected members, it is responsible for creating laws, representing the interests of citizens, and overseeing government spending. Members serve two-year terms and are apportioned based on each state’s population. The House has the exclusive power to initiate revenue bills and impeach federal officials. It operates within a framework of committees that focus on specific issues, helping to organize and expedite the legislative process.