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Select Subcommittee

A temporary group of lawmakers formed for a specific purpose, often to conduct an investigation or study, and typically dissolves once its task is complete.

Committee on the Judiciary

A permanent committee in the U.S. House of Representatives responsible for matters related to the administration of justice, federal courts, and constitutional amendments, among other things.

Minority Leader

The head of the minority party in the U.S. House of Representatives or Senate, responsible for coordinating the party's strategy and legislative agenda.

Ex officio

A person who is a member of a committee or body automatically because of another office they hold, but may not have voting rights or count towards a quorum.

Quorum

The minimum number of members of a committee or legislative body who must be present for business to be officially conducted or votes to be cast.

Subpoena

A legal order requiring a person to appear in court or before a committee to give testimony, or to produce documents or other evidence.

Deposition

A formal, sworn statement of testimony taken out of court, often used to gather information from witnesses before a trial or hearing.