The 111th United States Congress convened from January 6, 2009, to January 3, 2011. It was composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives, with a Democratic majority in both chambers. This Congress was notable for addressing significant issues such as the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and health care reform. During its session, the 111th Congress passed several key pieces of legislation, including the Affordable Care Act and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. These laws aimed to stimulate the economy and regulate the financial industry following the 2008 financial crisis.