Heck’s Kitchen: The Rules Committee

Being a legislator is kind of like dining at a restaurant. You have a big menu of all of the dishes — or bills — you can choose from. You pick one you like and debate with others whether you should order it or move to the next option. But who gets to choose what goes on the menu in the first place? That’s where the Rules Committee comes in. We take a look at what’s going on in the kitchen — and why it matters.