A standing committee is a permanent committee that is established to handle specific responsibilities and jurisdictions. These committees can be found in various organizations, such as the United States Congress and academic institutions. The main purpose of a standing committee is to consider and recommend actions, propose policies, and provide oversight in their respective areas of expertise.
In the United States Congress, standing committees are established by the rules of the House of Representatives and the Senate. They have legislative jurisdiction and are responsible for considering bills and issues, as well as recommending measures for consideration by their respective chambers. Additionally, these committees provide oversight of federal agencies and programs. The Senate follows similar procedures, with senators being limited to no more than three full committees and five subcommittees.
Academic institutions also have standing committees, which are responsible for considering and recommending actions and policies in their functional areas. These committees are usually established under the organizations bylaws or rules and are subject to final approval by the governing body. Examples of standing committees in academic institutions include credentialing committees, curriculum committees, and program review and assessment committees.
