Number: 98-241 Title: Committee Types and Roles Authors: Valerie Heitshusen, Government and Finance Division Abstract: Congress divides its legislative, oversight, and internal administrative tasks among approximately 200 committees and subcommittees. Within assigned areas, these work groups gather information; compare and evaluate legislative alternatives; identify policy problems and propose solutions; select, determine, and report measures for full chamber consideration; monitor executive branch performance; and investigate allegations of wrongdoing. Pages: 3 Date: November 26, 2008