The Committee on Agriculture holds jurisdiction over federal agriculture policy, including farming, forestry, nutrition programs, and rural development. It oversees the Department of Agriculture and shapes legislation like the Farm Bill, covering commodity programs, conservation, and food assistance.

The Committee on Financial Services oversees all components of the nation's housing and financial services sectors including banking, insurance, securities, and exchanges. Its jurisdiction includes consumer protection, monetary policy, housing finance, and international financial institutions.

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.