1.Imagine you are a NY congressperson who is a member of the House of Representative. Which standing committee would you rather be on and explain why. Remember, as a member of Congress, you are always thinking of getting re-elected. 2.Imagine you are a NY congressperson who is a member of the Senate. Which standing committee would you rather be on and explain why. Remember, as a member of Congress, you are always thinking of getting re-elected.