How Congress Does Its Work

• The Legislative Process
• The Two Houses of Congress
• Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the Legislative Process

The Impact of Congress on Everyday Life

• Role of Congress in American Society
• Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the Role of Congress

Members of Congress

• The Many Roles of a Member of Congress
• How a Member Decides to Vote
• Notable Members
• Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the Members of Congress

Congressional Glossary

More extensive information about the legislative process, how members decide to vote, the impact of Congress, the many roles of members of Congress, notable members of Congress, and other core topics about Congress and how it works, is presented in interactive form in the Center's "Interactive Learning Modules."