Democratic Initiatives
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Capital Markets, Insurance, and Government Sponsored Enterprises
The subcommittee reviews laws and programs related to the U.S. capital markets, the securities industry, the insurance industry generally (except for health care), and government-sponsored enterprises, such as Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. It also oversees the Securities and Exchange Commission and self-regulatory organizations, such as the New York Stock Exchange and the NASD, that police the securities markets.  Click Here to View a Complete Synopsis of the Subcommittee's Jurisdiction.

Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit
The subcommittee oversees all financial regulators, such as the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the Federal Reserve, all matters pertaining to consumer credit including the Consumer Credit Protection Act and access to financial services, as well as the safety and soundness of the banking system.  Click Here to View a Complete Synopsis of the Subcommittee's Jurisdiction.

Housing and Community Opportunity
The Housing and Community Opportunity subcommittee  oversees the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the Government National Mortgage Association. The Subcommittee also handles matters related to public, affordable, and rural housing, as well as community development including Empowerment Zones, and government-sponsored insurance programs, such as the National Flood Insurance Program.  Click Here to View a Complete Synopsis of the Subcommittee's Jurisdiction.

Domestic and International Monetary Policy, Trade and Technology
The subcommittee’s jurisdiction includes domestic monetary policy, and agencies which directly or indirectly affect domestic monetary policy, multilateral development lending institutions such as the World Bank, coins and currency including operations of the Bureau of the Mint and the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, and international trade and finance including all matters pertaining to the International Monetary Fund and the Export-Import Bank.  Click Here to View a Complete Synopsis of the Subcommittee's Jurisdiction.

Oversight and Investigations
The subcommittee conducts oversight of the agencies, departments, and programs under the Committee’s jurisdiction. The subcommittee also conducts investigations on any matter within the jurisdiction of the Committee, and evaluates the need for any legislative changes to the laws and programs within this jurisdiction.  Click Here to View a Complete Synopsis of the Subcommittee's Jurisdiction.