Government Information
A Guide to Government Information Sources
Legislative branch
Established by Article I of the Constitution, the Legislative Branch consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate, which together form the United States Congress. The Constitution grants Congress the sole authority to enact legislation and declare war, the right to confirm or reject many Presidential appointments, and substantial investigative powers.
Use the drop-down menu to the left to learn about the legislative process and how to research bills and laws.
- Legislative Source BookA collection of links and documents explaining the federal legislative process and providing research guidance. Law Librarians' Society of Washington, DC.
