#USHouseMarketStructureDraft Introduction: The United States House of Representatives, as one chamber of the U.S. Congress, functions not just as a legislative body but also as a structured political marketplace. Within this environment, policy ideas are introduced, negotiated, and passed through a process influenced by a mix of institutional rules, party dynamics, interest groups, and public opinion.

1. Institutional Framework:

Size and Composition: The House has 435 voting members, each representing a congressional district. Members serve two-year terms.

Leadership: The Speaker of the House leads the chamber, supported by Majority and Minority Leaders and Whips.

Committees: Most legislative work occurs in specialized committees (e.g., Ways and Means, Appropriations), which act as "sub-markets" where policy proposals are evaluated.