The Eighty-Second Congress was the United States Congress that convened from January 3, 1951, to January 3, 1953. It included the House of Representatives and the Senate, with significant events occurring during the early years of the Cold War. The Congress was marked by debates over issues such as the Korean War and domestic policies related to the economy and civil rights. During this period, the Democratic Party held a majority in both chambers, with Harry S. Truman serving as President. The Congress passed important legislation, including the Housing Act of 1950, which aimed to address post-war housing shortages and improve living conditions for many Americans.