The Committee on Energy and Commerce has broad jurisdiction over energy policy, healthcare, telecommunications, consumer protection, environmental quality, and interstate and foreign commerce. It oversees numerous federal agencies and shapes legislation impacting significant sectors of the economy.

The Committee on House Administration oversees the day-to-day operations of the House of Representatives, including federal election law, campaign finance, House rules, and security. It also manages entities like the Library of Congress and the Smithsonian Institution.

Commonly known as the 'traffic cop' of the House, the powerful Committee on Rules determines the rules and procedures under which specific bills will be considered on the House floor. It sets debate times, determines which amendments are in order, and structures the legislative process.