The 101st Congress of the United States convened from January 3, 1989, to January 3, 1991. It was composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives, with a total of 535 members. The Congress was notable for being the first to meet after the election of President George H.W. Bush. During this session, significant legislation was passed, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Civil Rights Act of 1990. The Congress also dealt with issues such as the Gulf War and economic challenges, reflecting the political climate of the late 1980s and early 1990s.