What terms are related to testimony?

Related terms include: Hearing, Standing Committee. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for testimony.

Committees

Testimony

Statements given by witnesses at a committee hearing. Testimony can be spoken, written, or both, and becomes part of the public record.

A formal meeting where a committee gathers information from witnesses through testimony. May be legislative, oversight, or investigative.

A permanent committee with jurisdiction over specific policy areas. Most legislation is referred to standing committees for consideration.

What does "Testimony" mean?: Statements given by witnesses at a committee hearing. Testimony can be spoken, written, or both, and becomes part of the public record.
What terms are related to testimony?: Related terms include: Hearing, Standing Committee. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for testimony.