That committee considers proposed amendments to the Constitution. That committee authorizes appropriations for the courts. including the Supreme Court. The Judiciary Committee also has jurisdiction of measures providing for the apportionment of Representatives to the Congress under the Constitution. All claims against the United States which come before the Congress must be passed upon by that committee. That committee handles all legislation dealing with immigration and citizenship. That committee handles most legislation dealing with civil right and civil liberties. That committee handles all nominations to positions in the Department of Justice which require the advice and consent of the Senate.
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