The Committee on Foreign Affairs considers legislation impacting diplomatic relations, foreign aid, international trade, and national security related to foreign policy. It oversees the State Department, USAID, and other international affairs agencies.

The Committee on the Judiciary conducts oversight of the Department of Justice and considers nominations for federal judgeships, including the Supreme Court. Its legislative jurisdiction covers constitutional amendments, federal criminal law, immigration, antitrust, patents, and civil liberties.

The Committee on Science, Space, and Technology has jurisdiction over non-defense federal scientific research and development, including programs at NASA, the National Science Foundation, and the Department of Energy. It covers areas like space exploration, energy research, environmental science, and technology innovation.