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Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946

A federal law passed in 1946 that aimed to modernize the operations of Congress, including setting rules for its organization, procedures, and staffing, as well as defining the congressional calendar.

Adjournment

A temporary break in a legislative session or a temporary closing of a meeting, often referring to a scheduled recess for Congress.

Reconvenes

To meet again after a break or recess, indicating when Congress resumes its legislative duties.

One Hundred Nineteenth Congress

Refers to a specific two-year term of the United States Congress, numbered sequentially since the first Congress in 1789. Each Congress has two sessions.

Committee on Rules

A powerful committee in the House of Representatives that decides which bills come to the floor for a vote, the order of their consideration, and often the specific rules for debate.