Congress lame duck session begins with key bills on agenda

The lame duck session of Congress begins Monday, with Republicans retaining control until the end of the year, according to 960weli.iheart.com. This session is the final chance for the current majority to act on legislative priorities before Democrats assume control of both chambers on January 3, 2027.

Key issues include a stopgap funding bill set to expire December 11, which if not resolved could lead to a government shutdown, reported wtam.iheart.com. Other major legislation includes the National Defense Authorization Act and the Farm Bill, both important items on the agenda.

Another significant bill under consideration is the Protect College Sports Act, intended to reform college sports. While it passed the Senate with bipartisan support, its future is uncertain due to opposition from House Democrats and some Republicans, noted wflafm.iheart.com.

The session will also cover permitting reform and other legislative proposals. House Republican leaders face decisions on whether to advance these measures before the new Congress begins, as reported by multiple iHeartRadio sources.

This lame duck session represents a critical period for the outgoing Republican majority to finalize legislation before the incoming Democratic majority takes office in January.