The Committee on Education and the Workforce considers matters related to education and workforce development from early learning through higher education and retirement. It addresses issues including K-12 schooling, college access, job training, workplace safety, and labor standards.

The Oversight and Government Reform 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.

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.