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congressional

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/kənˈɡrɛʃənl/
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relating to the United States Congress, which makes laws and oversees the government

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  • Congressional hearings investigate issues and propose legislation.
  • The congressional session typically lasts for two years.
  • Congressional representatives are elected to serve in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
  • Congressional districts are redrawn every ten years based on census data.
  • The congressional budget process determines federal spending priorities.