The role of the House of Representatives
This graphic illustrates the role of the House of Representatives.
Role of the House of Representatives
Parliamentary Education Office (peo.gov.au)
Role of the House of Representatives
Parliamentary Education Office (peo.gov.au)
Description
The House of Representatives:
- is where government is formed
- decides matters of national interest
- represents the interests of people in their electorates
- proposes, debates and votes of bills and amendments
- examines issues in committees; and scrutinises executive government.
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