What are the powers of the House of Representatives? VIDEOGRAPHIC
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00:00The House of Representatives, with the Senate, forms the Congress.
00:18As intended by its founders, it represents the voice of the people, with its members
00:22elected by direct vote with political parties playing a major role.
00:27Election is initiated by the numerous House Committees.
00:31They also have power over government agencies.
00:35The House has the sole power to initiate revenue bills, but they must be approved by the Senate.
00:43House can launch impeachment proceedings against a President, which is then judged by the Senate.
00:50Where there is a tie in a Presidential election, the House decides, with one vote per state.