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Congress Debates

The House Democratic Caucus and the House Republican Conference, in cooperation with the Democratic Leadership Council and the Congressional Institute, are pleased to announce "Congress Debates." Watch the first debate of the series here.

The Institute Celebrates 20 Years

The Congressional Institute recently celebrated its 20th Anniversary with a film tribute that you can see here.

Congressional Websites and E-Newsletters

Cutting edge research commissioned by the Congressional Institute, reveals that Members of Congress are missing opportunities to communicate effectively.

Transformational Effects of Tele-Townhall Meetings

Tele-Townhall meetings have dramatically increased direct communication between elected representatives and their constituents. The Congressional Institute commissioned Presentation Testing Inc to perform this breakthrough study. (More)

Floor Procedures Manual

The Congressional Institute has released the House Floor Procedures Manual for the 110th Congress. This is a quick reference guide to the procedures, rules and terms used to conduct business in the House of Representatives. It is available online here.

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Discharging Their Duties

House Republicans are currently pushing for their colleagues to sign a discharge petition to forc...

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Red Cards in the Congress

Blocking Recess Appointments

Why Did the House Futilely Attempt to Override the President's Veto?

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Are Members allowed to receive gifts, such as free meals, tickets, travel, etc.?

Sometimes, but only if the gift falls under one of the very limited categories of acceptable gifts.

Read about our past and upcoming work helping Congress better serve the nation. Projects include a review of Congressional Websites and E-Newsletters, development of an Elected Leaders Retreat and the scheduling of Private Sector Advisory Committee Luncheons.

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Photographs from past Congressional Institute events