The 113th Congress began with an overhaul of the nation’s immigration laws seeming likely, if not inevitable.  

But despite an overwhelming bipartisan Senate vote to send a broad measure to the House, the issue died by the time Congress adjourned.  

Here’s how it happened.  

The 114th: CQ Roll Call’s Guide to the New Congress


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