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Resources for Fellows

U.S. government chart—show the branches and sub-sections
Overview of Congressional Committee functions and list of the standing committees.
“How Laws are Made in the U.S.”  – two page step-by-step summary
Doing Business in the U.S.—business etiquette points
List of commonly used government acronyms and abbreviations

On this page is a collection of downloadable resources and links for LFP Fellows from Kuwait and Oman who preparing for their congressional fellowship.

U.S. Government chart–shows the three branches of government, and the offices and departments under each branch.

Congressional Committees– provides an overview of Congressional Committee functions and list of the standing committees.

“How Laws are Made in the U.S.” — two page step-by-step summary of how laws are made in the United States federal government

“Doing Business in the U.S.”— Overview of business etiquette points

List of commonly used government acronyms and abbreviations

Glossary of Congressional and Legislative Terms

Other Useful Links:

USA.gov:   government information by topic

Government 101: The basic structure and functions of the United States Federal Government

U.S. Government Manual: 2009-2010

United States House of Representatives Website

United States Senate Website


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