factually
Index/Topics/Legislative Agenda Setting

Legislative Agenda Setting

The process of setting the legislative agenda in the US House of Representatives, including the impact of changes in seat distribution and control of the House.

Fact-Checks

2 results
Feb 4, 2026

Which committees control the House agenda under the current Republican majority and who are their chairs?

Under the current Republican House majority, the committees that most directly shape the chamber’s agenda are the Rules Committee (which structures floor debate), and Committees (which control spendin...

Jan 7, 2026

what is the party break down in the us house of representatives

The Republican Party holds the majority in the U.S. House of Representatives with roughly 219 seats, while the Democratic Party holds about 212–213 seats; several sources report between three and four...