The purpose of Congressional Committees is to

Question

A.
Develop ideas for bills
B.
Enable the public to join in the work of Congress
C.
Make it more efficient for Congress to handle thousands of bills each year
D.
Make sure the interest of both parties are served by the proposed bill

Answer 1

The primary purpose of Congressional Committees is best summarized by option:

C. Make it more efficient for Congress to handle thousands of bills each year.

Congressional Committees allow for a division of labor, enabling detailed examination of legislation and more effective management of the legislative process. They play a critical role in reviewing, amending, and shaping proposed bills before they are brought to the full Congress for consideration.