Title: Committee Assignments | About | U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer of New York
Headings: Committee Assignments
Committee Assignments
Committee on Rules and Administration
Senate Judiciary Committee
Senate Finance Committee
Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee

Content: The Committee has review power over all nominations for life-time judicial appointments, including those to the Supreme Court, as well as to key positions in the Department of Justice, such as the Attorney General and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Senate Finance Committee
The Senate Finance Committee is the committee of jurisdiction for many issues vital to the U.S. economy. The Finance Committee writes legislation related to the U.S tax code and tax policy; the Internal Revenue Service; trade issues, such as international trade agreements, Trade Adjustment Assistance for workers, and tariffs and duties; many issues related to private and private pension plans, including 401 (k) plans and IRAs; and unemployment insurance. The Finance Committee also has jurisdiction over the Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) programs. Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee
The Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs oversees the United States’ financial system and institutions, monetary policy, housing, community development and transit programs. The committee also works to protect consumers by focusing on issues such as credit card interest rates and disclosure, low income housing and shareholders' rights.