The 62nd Congress of the United States convened from March 4, 1911, to March 4, 1913. It was composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives, with significant events including the passage of the Federal Reserve Act and the establishment of the National Park Service. During this Congress, major issues included economic reform and the regulation of monopolies. The Progressive Era influenced many legislative actions, as lawmakers sought to address social issues and improve government efficiency. Key figures included President William Howard Taft and prominent legislators like Senator Robert La Follette.