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 Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party plays an important role in developing legislation and providing oversight in its area of jurisdiction. The committee holds hearings, conducts investigations, and reviews bills that shape federal policy.

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure oversees legislation related to transportation, including highways, aviation, rail, pipelines, and maritime transport, as well as infrastructure development. Its jurisdiction covers water resources, disaster management (FEMA), and economic development programs.