112th Congress, 2nd Session
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December 19, 1919
On this date, the Little Congress—a group mainly composed of secretaries and clerks for Representatives and Senators—met for the first time.
December 19, 1922
On this date, the first live radio broadcast of a House debate transpired.
December 19, 1947
On this date, the 80th Congress (1947–1949) finished its second extraordinary session.
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