Senate Policy Committees (CRS Report for Congress)
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| Release Date |
Revised June 23, 2010 |
| Report Number |
RL32015 |
| Report Type |
Report |
| Authors |
R. Eric Petersen, Analyst in American National Government |
| Source Agency |
Congressional Research Service |
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Summary:
The two policy committees are different in structure and operation, a contrast that appears to be rooted in different leadership styles within the two party organizations. Republican leadership has traditionally been shared among Senators other than the party floor leader; customarily, the Democratic leadership positions of party floor leader, chair of the Democratic Policy Committee, and chair of the Democratic Conference have been posts held by the same person. This report covers the history of the two Senate policy committees and explains their structure, operation, and functions.
