What is the 115th United States Congress?

Author: Leandro Alegsa

Q: What is the 115th United States Congress?


A: The 115th United States Congress was the 115th legislative cycle of the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate.

Q: When did the 115th Congress begin and end?


A: The 115th Congress began on January 3, 2017, as a result of the 2016 elections, and ended on January 3, 2019, when the 116th Congress began.

Q: Which political party controlled both the House and Senate during the 115th Congress?


A: During the 115th Congress, both the House and Senate were controlled by Republicans.

Q: Was the 115th Congress the latest Congress in the United States?


A: No, the 115th Congress is not the latest Congress in the United States as it was succeeded by the 116th Congress.

Q: How long was the 115th Congress in session?


A: The 115th Congress was in session for 2 years, from January 2017 to January 2019.

Q: Who was the Speaker of the House during the 115th Congress?


A: The Speaker of the House during the 115th Congress was Paul Ryan, a Republican representative from Wisconsin.

Q: Were there any notable bills passed during the 115th Congress?


A: Yes, some of the notable bills passed during the 115th Congress include the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the First Step Act, and the VA Choice and Quality Employment Act.


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