To oversee the executive agencies
The non-legislative functions of Congress are the powers and responsibilities NOT related to passing laws. For example: impeachment power, confirmation power, and investigative power
The constitution grants congress the sole authority to enact legislation and declare war, the right to confirm or reject many presidential appointments, and substantial investigative powers.
Congress' powers are listed in Article one of the Constitution. Specific powers are enumerated in section eight. Congress has expressed powers that are written in the Constitution and implied powers that are not expressed.
Article 1 Section 8 of the Constitution of the United States lists eighteen "enumerated powers" of the Congress. The 9th and 10th Amendments, as part of the Bill of Rights, specifically limit the Congress from taking actions that are not explicitly authorized, stating that powers not listed are reserved to the People or to the States.
The Constitution's division of powers leaves the President with some exclusive powers as Commander-in-Chief, Congress with certain other exclusive powers, and a sort of "twilight zone" of concurrent powers. Congress also has the power to limit the powers of the President.The Constitution describes the powers of Congress more than those of the president because initially Congress was supposed to rule the country while the president didn't do much.
yes
Congress derives its investigative powers primarily from the Constitution, specifically Article I, Section 1, which grants Congress the authority to make laws and conduct oversight. This inherent power allows Congress to investigate matters related to its legislative functions, oversight of the executive branch, and the performance of government agencies. Additionally, various congressional rules and precedents further outline and facilitate these investigative powers.
investigative powers
congressional investigative powers
no
The non-legislative functions of Congress are the powers and responsibilities NOT related to passing laws. For example: impeachment power, confirmation power, and investigative power
Congressional investigative powers, similar to those in court, include the ability to subpoena witnesses and documents, compel testimony, and administer oaths. These powers allow Congress to gather evidence and conduct inquiries into matters of public interest, such as potential misconduct or violations of law. Additionally, Congress can hold hearings where individuals can be questioned under penalty of perjury, mirroring certain judicial procedures. However, unlike courts, Congress's investigations are primarily aimed at oversight and legislative functions rather than adjudicating disputes.
The constitution grants congress the sole authority to enact legislation and declare war, the right to confirm or reject many presidential appointments, and substantial investigative powers.
General Accounting Office
The Constitution states the powers of Congress.
Unlisted powers of congress
it means the powers congress doesnt have -elizabeth :)