Every year, National Lame Duck Day is celebrated on February 6 to mark the day the 20th Amendment was passed, decreasing what’s called the congressional lame-duck period or the weeks between the congressional elections and their inauguration day.
History and Significance
In 1933, the 20th Amendment was passed by Congress, aimed at shortening the lame-duck period between election and inauguration.
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Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | February 6 | Tuesday |
| 2025 | February 6 | Thursday |
| 2026 | February 6 | Friday |
| 2027 | February 6 | Saturday |
| 2028 | February 6 | Sunday |
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FAQs
When is Lame Duck Day?
February 6.