👉 A "archminister" is a position in the United States Congress that is held by members of the House of Representatives and is responsible for overseeing the work of the House committees. Archministries are typically appointed to serve two-year terms, although some positions can be filled for longer periods. The term "archminister" was first used in the 1980s when it referred to a member of Congress who served as the head of an agency or office within the legislative branch