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The United States House of Representatives is a chamber of the US Congress, responsible for passing federal legislation, impeaching federal officers, and electi
Overview
The United States House of Representatives is a chamber of the US Congress, responsible for passing federal legislation, impeaching federal officers, and electing the president in certain circumstances. With 435 members, each serving a two-year term, the House is a vital component of the US legislative system. The House's composition and powers are established by Article One of the US Constitution, with members sitting in single-member districts, as mandated by the Uniform Congressional District Act. Notable figures such as [[nancy-pelosi|Nancy Pelosi]] and [[john-boehner|John Boehner]] have played significant roles in shaping the House's agenda, often in conjunction with the [[united-states-senate|US Senate]] and the [[white-house|White House]].