A. Legislative Counsel Office

Congress must maintain an office of experts in legislative drafting and statutory interpretation. It will prepare bills, amendments, and legal opinions at the request of any Member or committee.

This seems like a strange and boilerplate office. It kind of is, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t necessary.

“If I write law x, how will it actually be interpreted by courts?” This question strikes at the heart of it. What are the potential unintended consequences, and what are the legal pitfalls that might cause the law to get struck down partially or in full?

This office will also be important for helping Congress write laws in plain language, which this Charter requires.[1]

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[1] See Article II, Section 4.A.1.