Number: RL31449
Title: House and Senate Committee Organization and Jurisdiction: Considerations Related to Proposed Department of Homeland Security
Authors: Judy Schneider, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: This report discusses the current legislative jurisdictions of House and Senate committees with responsibility over terrorism, homeland security, and the agencies and structures Congress might employ in studying the proposal, such as creating a select committee. Finally, it identifies options for committee organization to monitor a Department of Homeland Security after its creation.
Pages: 11
Date: Updated June 10, 2002