The U.S. House of Representatives is one of the two chambers of the United States Congress, the other being the Senate. It is responsible for making and passing federal laws. The House consists of 435 members, known as Representatives, who are elected to serve two-year terms. The number of Representatives from each state is based on its population, with larger states having more representatives. The House has several important functions, including introducing legislation, controlling federal spending, and representing the interests of citizens. It also has the exclusive power to initiate revenue bills and to impeach federal officials. The House operates under a set of rules and procedures to ensure orderly debate and decision-making.