TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE
What is the purpose of a discharge petition in the House of Representatives?
A. To force a bill out of committee and onto the floor for consideration
B. To override a committee chair’s ruling on a bill
C. To remove a member from a standing committee
D. To table a bill without debate
Last week's question:
Why is the House Rules Committee often referred to as the “traffic cop” of Congress?
A. It manages the House calendar for all committee hearings
B. It oversees the Capitol Police and floor operations
C. It enforces ethics rules and member conduct
D. It controls the flow and terms of debate for most legislation reaching the floor - Correct answer