Congressional oversight activities generally take place at the committee and subcommittee levels. Congressional oversight dates back to the earliest days of the formation of the United States of America. This oversight occurs in a wide variety of activities including committee and subcommittee meetings, investigations, and legislative hearings. The purpose of congressional oversight is to review, monitor and supervise federal agencies, programs, activities and implementation of policies. Congressional oversight is an integral part of the USA system of checks and balances.
