[20030710]RS20930_众议院领导结构：党组织概况.pdf

Congressional Research Service The Library of CongressCRS Report for CongressReceived through the CRS WebOrder Code RS20930Updated July 10, 2003House Leadership Structure: Overview ofParty Organizationname redactedSpecialist on the CongressGovernment and Finance DivisionSummaryAt the beginning of each Congress, Members meet to organize and select theirleaders. Democrats call their party organization the Democratic Caucus; Republicanscall their party organization the Republican Conference. Within the caucus andconference are numerous entities that assist party leaders in determining the work androle of the Members of that party. This report serves as a companion piece to CRSReport RS20499, House Leadership: Whip Organization, and CRS Report RS20881,Party Leaders in the House.DemocratsDemocratic Caucus: The Democratic Caucus is the organizational vehicle for allDemocratic Members and staff. It hosts periodic meetings and is the primary vehicle forcommunicating the partys message. A chair and vice-chair are elected by the members.No member can serve as chair or vice-chair for more than two terms.Democratic Policy and Steering Committee: The Steering Committee is responsible formaking