The Role of Congressional Staff

This resource outlines the role of Congressional staff, detailing their duties in constituent service, legislation, political activities, and administration. It explains the variation in staff structure between the House and Senate, roles of specific staff members like legislative assistants and caseworkers, and the importance of committee staff in the legislative process. It emphasizes the necessity of staff in handling the complex, daily operations of a Member’s office, ensuring efficient service to constituents and effective legislative action.