when does the house come back in session

The U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to come back into session on January 6, 2026, for the second session of the 119th Congress.

Key date

• Next House return date: January 6, 2026.

• This marks the formal start of the second session of the 119th Congress.

Extra context

• The House calendar for 2026 includes 29 weeks in session spread across the year, with extended recesses in August and October ahead of the midterm elections.

• As always, this schedule can change if leadership adjusts the calendar for negotiations, emergencies, or funding deadlines.

If you’re watching for specific bills or votes, it is worth checking the official House calendar shortly before January 6 in case any updates are posted.

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