The Speaker of the House is the presiding officer of the House of Representatives in the United States Congress. This person is responsible for maintaining order during debates, deciding who may speak, and ensuring that the rules of the House are followed. The Speaker also plays a key role in legislative strategy and represents the House in official functions. Elected by the members of the House, the Speaker is typically a member of the majority party. In addition to their leadership duties, the Speaker has significant influence over the legislative agenda and can prioritize which bills are brought to the floor for discussion and voting.