The House of Representatives

What are the powers of the House of Representatives? VIDEOGRAPHIC

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00:00The House of Representatives, with the Senate, forms the Congress.

00:18As intended by its founders, it represents the voice of the people, with its members

00:22elected by direct vote with political parties playing a major role.

00:27Election is initiated by the numerous House Committees.

00:31They also have power over government agencies.

00:35The House has the sole power to initiate revenue bills, but they must be approved by the Senate.

00:43House can launch impeachment proceedings against a President, which is then judged by the Senate.

00:50Where there is a tie in a Presidential election, the House decides, with one vote per state.