House Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means is the chief tax-writing committee in the House of Representatives. The Committee derives a large share of its jurisdiction from Article I, Section VII of the U.S. Constitution, which declares, “All Bills for raising Revenue shall originate in the House of Representatives.” The committee has jurisdiction over revenue and related issues such as tariffs, reciprocal trade agreements, and the bonded debt of the United States. It also oversees revenue-related aspects of the Social Security system, Medicare, and social services programs.

Subcommittees

Members

Richard E. Neal

Ranking Member

Jason Smith

Chair

Vern Buchanan

Lloyd Doggett

70 trades

Adrian Smith

Mike Thompson