The hierarchy or the House of Representatives starts with the Speaker of the House. This role is incredibly important and requires someone with strong but fair ideals. The Speaker of the House presides over all debates and enforces the rules of the House. The House of Representatives Majority Leader is recognized first during debates as they are the floor leader. They also are usually next in line for Speaker of the House when the current one retires or dies. The Minority Leader presides over the minority party and is next in line for Speaker of the House if their party becomes the majority in the next election. Majority and Minority Whips are actually very important to their respective parties. They keep everyone up to date and in the know
