The 113th Congress of the United States convened from January 3, 2013, to January 3, 2015. It consisted of the Senate and the House of Representatives, with a total of 535 voting members. The Democratic Party held a majority in the Senate, while the Republican Party had a majority in the House. During its session, the 113th Congress addressed various issues, including budget negotiations, healthcare reforms, and immigration policies. Notable legislation included the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013 and the Affordable Care Act implementation. The Congress faced challenges such as the government shutdown in October 2013.