The Eighty-Eighth Congress of the United States convened from January 3, 1963, to January 3, 1965. It was composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives, with significant events including the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the establishment of the Medicare program. This Congress was marked by a Democratic majority, with Lyndon B. Johnson serving as President. The legislative body addressed various issues, including civil rights, education, and healthcare, reflecting the social changes and challenges of the era.