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The Congressional Institute is proud to sponsor the 2024 Congressional Art Competition. The annual competition celebrates the artistic achievements of the nation’s high school students. Learn more about how to enter the 2024 competition here --> congressionalinstitute.org/c…
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Congressional Institute Names New President and CEO: congressionalinstitute.org/2…

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Our House Floor Procedures Manuals for the 118th Congress have arrived! To read it online, visit: congressionalinstitute.org/1…
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.@POTUS will deliver the annual #StateOfTheUnion in the House of Representatives at 9:00 pm. Learn more about the history and customs associated with this tradition here: congressionalinstitute.org/2… #SOTU
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.@SpeakerMcCarthy invited @POTUS to deliver the State of the Union on February 7. Here's a look at the history, pomp and circumstance of this American tradition: congressionalinstitute.org/2…
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There's a steep learning curve for the new Members of Congress and their staffers. Here's our list of resources for the opening day of the 118th Congress: congressionalinstitute.org/2…

Resources for New Members of Congress and Congressional Staff

To help Congressional staff and new Members of Congress forge their way on Capitol Hill, we’ve assembled a guide to various resources and organizations.

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The 118th Congress officially opens today. For all you wanted to know about Congress, visit: congressionalinstitute.org/2…

All You Wanted to Know About Congress

Information about Congress helps you understand American politics and participate in the country's public life. We have resources to learn.

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Got some free time in this post-Christmas, pre-New Year's lull? Try a movie about Congress--here's a look at movies featuring the U.S. Legislative Branch: buff.ly/325cG2I
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Merry Christmas! May you have a happy and joy-filled holiday!
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Merry Christmas Eve! We hope Santa is good to all our followers--go spread some Christmas cheer!
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Congress needs to pass another continuing resolution before the end of the week. Here's a look at continuing resolutions (& why we need #budget reform): congressionalinstitute.org/2…

Another Fiscal Year 2023 Continuing Resolution? It's Groundhog Day

Congress may pass another fiscal year 2023 continuing resolution. What's a continuing resolution? Why are they bad for the U.S.? Learn more.

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Michael Thorning
@ThorningMichael
12 Dec 2022
@conginst @marknilsstrand: the whole process of Congress directing spending is a very conservative idea. It’s constitutional and practical. Can help close capacity divides between urban and rural communities.
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Can't tune into @BPC_Bipartisan today? Read @marknilsstrand's recent constitutional case for why Congress--not the President--should make spending decisions: congressionalinstitute.org/2…

The Constitutional Case for Transparent Earmarks

The Constitution gives Congress the power of the purse. Transparent earmarks are how Congress exercises it.

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Michael Thorning
@ThorningMichael
12 Dec 2022
Replying to @ThorningMichael
@AEI @kevinrkosar @BPC_Bipartisan @zcourser @BrookingsInst @mollyereynolds @conginst @marknilsstrand kick off our first panel with a fresh data analysis.
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Our president @marknilsstrand is looking forward to talking about how earmarks can be a legislative carrot to encourage more lawmakers to participate instead of blowing up bills! Register below! ⤵️
Bipartisan Policy Center
@BPC_Bipartisan
9 Dec 2022
📆 Join us on Monday for an assessment of how earmarks have been restored and how it can be improved in the future. Experts include @zcourser, @mollyereynolds, @marknilsstrand, @kevinrkosar, @nukeoversight, @ZacharyGraves, and Anne Meeker (@popvoxfdn). eventbrite.com/e/power-of-th…
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We loved seeing you! Thank you for your inspiring remarks!
Winsome Earle-Sears
@winwithwinsome
8 Dec 2022
It was great to congratulate and encourage our newest members of Congress, including our own Senator Jen Kiggans, at the @conginst this week!
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#HappyThanksgiving! We hope it's filled with good cheer and lots of pumpkin pie!
New Members of Congress and staffers have a lot to learn to succeed on the Hill. Here are a bunch of resources to get them started right: congressionalinstitute.org/2…

Resources for New Members of Congress and Congressional Staff

To help Congressional staff and new Members of Congress forge their way on Capitol Hill, we’ve assembled a guide to various resources and organizations.

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Thanks for welcoming @marknilsstrand, @EPWashingtonDC!
EPWashingtonDC
@EPWashingtonDC
17 Nov 2022
It’s great to be back hosting the ‘Understanding Congress Seminar Series’ at our premises. Thank you @marknilsstrand of @conginst for helping us and guests from the DC diplomatic community navigate through #Midterms2022 with two lectures, before and after the elections!
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The Speaker sets the House's agenda and is second in line for the presidency. Learn about how the House elects its Speaker here: congressionalinstitute.org/2…

How the House Elects Its Speaker

The first day of a new Congress is a truly exciting day for the House and especially its newly elected Members. One of the most momentous parts of the first day is the constitutional obligation of...

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#CongressionalArtCompetition artwork of the day: "Forever an Enchantment" by Michaela Romero of @Rep_Stansbury's NM-01 congressional district For all the winners: buff.ly/3RMuBQt
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