The 696th Congress refers to a hypothetical future session of the United States Congress, as the current Congress is the 118th Congress as of 2023. Each Congress lasts for two years and is numbered sequentially, with the first Congress convening in 1789. The 696th Congress would be part of the ongoing legislative process in the U.S. government. In the U.S. Congress, there are two chambers: the House of Representatives and the Senate. Each Congress is responsible for creating laws, approving budgets, and representing the interests of the American people. The 696th Congress would continue this tradition, addressing contemporary issues and challenges facing the nation.