Catch up on the facts with our first research wrap-up of 2021..

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With momentous events already ushering in the New Year, Vote Smart has the
unbiased facts you need to stay informed. From President Biden's
inauguration to new plans for COVID-19 relief, follow along with our first
research wrap-up of 2021.

STATEMENTS

Inauguration

President [2]Joe Biden and Vice President [3]Kamala Harris were sworn into
office during the inauguration ceremony on January 20th. Read Biden’s
inaugural address [4]here, and click [5]here to read statements from your
representatives on the event.

COVID-19 Relief Plan

President Joe Biden announced his COVID-19 relief plan. Read what Congress
has to say about it [6]here.

Cabinet Appointees

Click [7]here to see what your representatives are saying about President
Biden’s cabinet appointees and check out the nomination votes for cabinet
positions [8]here.

US Capitol Breach

On January 6, 2021, the United States Capitol was breached by supporters of
President Donald Trump. Click [9]here to read reactions from your
representatives.

Impeachment

The House of Representatives voted to impeach President Donald Trump for a
second time on January 13th. Click [10]here to see how your representatives
voted and [11]here to read what they have to say.



VOTES

The CASH Act

The House voted to pass a bill that amends the COVID-Related Tax Relief Act
of 2020 to increase recovery rebate amounts from $600 to $2,000 for
individuals and from $1,200 to $4,000 for joint tax filers. Check out our
summary [12]here.

The MORE Act

The House voted 228 to 164 to pass the MORE Act, which removes marijuana
from the list of scheduled substances under the Controlled Substances Act
and repeals criminal penalties for an individual who manufactures,
distributes, or possesses marijuana. Click [13]here to see what’s in the
bill.

COVID-19 Relief Package

Congress passed a COVID-19 relief package at the end of 2020. Click
[14]here to read Vote Smart’s summary.



117th Congress

Senators

Click [15]here to see the full list of the United States Senators sworn in
to the 117th Congress for the upcoming legislative session.

Representatives

The United States House of Representatives has been sworn in for the 117th
Congress. Click [16]here to see the full list of representatives.



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