The 338th Congress of the United States refers to the legislative body that convened from January 3, 2023, to January 3, 2025. It consists of two chambers: the House of Representatives and the Senate. The Congress is responsible for making federal laws, overseeing the executive branch, and representing the interests of the American people. During this session, the House has 222 members from the Republican Party and 213 from the Democratic Party, while the Senate is split with 51 Democrats, 49 Republicans, and 2 Independents who caucus with the Democrats. This composition influences the legislative agenda and the passage of laws.