I.  Introduction:  Congress and the Immigration Debate

II.  The Functions of Congress

A.  Lawmaking
B.  Representation
C.  Service to Constituents
D.  Oversight, Public Education, and Conflict Resolution Functions
        1.  agenda setting

III.  Powers of Congress

A.  Enumerated and Implied (Necessary and Proper)
B.  Specific Powers to House and Senate

IV.  Other Differences Between House and Senate

A.  House
B.  Senate

V.  Committee Structure

A.  Functions and Membership
B.  Types of Committees
        1.  Standing Committees
        2.  Select Committees
        3.  Joint Committees
        4.  Conference Committees

VI.  Election to Congress

A.  Demographics
        1.  Power of Incumbency
B.  Congressional Apportionment
        1.  Gerrymandering
        2.  Minority-Majority Districts

VII.  Conclusion