2004 Congressional Calendar

This is going to be a busy year for Congress. The election this November serves as an important incentive for Congress to conclud its business on time. In addition, the Democratic and Republican conventions this summer will reduce the time that Congress is in session.

Use the following calendar to plan trips to Washington to meet with senators and representatives. Usually Members of Congress are in Washington on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Also consider meeting with your senators or representative when they are in their local office. Such appointments are likely to be longer and less prone to interruption from hearings or floor votes. Guidance on meeting with a Member of Congress, with links to locators for the House and Senate can be found on the AIP Science Policy site at http://www.aip.org/gov/commcong.html

Release of FY 2005 Administration request: February 2

House and Senate recess: February 16 - 20

Senate recess: March 15-19

House recess: April 5 - 16

Senate recess: April 12 - 16

House and Senate recess: May 24 - May 31

House and Senate recess: June 28 - July 5

House and Senate recess (Democratic Convention): July 26 - July 29

House and Senate recess: August 2 - August 31

House and Senate recess (Republican Convention): August 30 - September 3

Target adjournment date: October 1

Election Day: November 2