What Congress is in session 2021?
| 117th United States Congress | |
|---|---|
| House Majority | Democratic |
| House Speaker | Nancy Pelosi (D) |
| Sessions | |
| 1st: January 3, 2021 – present |
What does it mean when Congress is in session?
The annual series of meetings of a Congress is called a session. In addition, a meeting of one or both houses is a session. And the Senate and House of Representatives is said to be in session on any particular day when it is meeting.
Who is the Senate Majority Whip 2021?
List of party leaders
| Congress | Dates | Republican whip |
|---|---|---|
| 115th | January 3, 2017 – January 3, 2019 | John Cornyn |
| 116th | January 3, 2019 – January 3, 2021 | John Thune |
| 117th | January 3, 2021 – January 20, 2021 | |
| January 20, 2021 – present |
How long does a session of Congress last?
A Congress lasts for two years, with each year constituting a separate session.
In what month does Congress convene?
The Constitution mandates that Congress convene at noon on January 3, unless the preceding Congress by law designated a different day.
Can I see Congress in session?
The Senate and House Galleries are open to visitors whenever either legislative body is in session; however the Galleries are not included as part of the U.S. Capitol tour. Passes are required to enter the Galleries. Visitors may obtain Gallery passes from the offices of their senators or representative.
What happens if the House and Senate versions of a bill are different?
If the House and Senate pass the same bill then it is sent to the President. If the House and Senate pass different bills they are sent to Conference Committee. Most major legislation goes to a Conference Committee.
Are there days in session of the US Congress?
Days in Session calendars from previous Congresses link to official, House or Senate published documents. Calendars from the current Congress will be replaced when the final official documents become available. Learn more about legislative calendars and schedules.
When does the new Congress begin and end?
NOTE: A new Congress begins at noon January 3 of each odd-numbered year following a general election, unless it designates a different day by law. A Congress lasts for two years, with each year constituting a separate session.
When does the Senate publish the Executive Calendar?
It is published each day the Senate is in session. A second calendar, the Executive Calendar, concerns executive business (treaties and nominations) of the Senate. Senators refer to these calendars when they speak of bills or nominations that are “on the calendar.”
What is the second calendar of the Senate?
A second calendar, the Executive Calendar, concerns executive business (treaties and nominations) of the Senate. Senators refer to these calendars when they speak of bills or nominations that are “on the calendar.” Committee meetings and hearings are listed on the committee schedule.
