Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Question: Which Constitutional amendment set Jan. 20 as inauguration day?

Answer: The 20th Amendment to the United States Constitution, adopted on Jan. 23, 1933, changed the start and end dates for the terms of the president and vice president from March 4 to Jan. 20. It also moved the start date for members of Congress from March 4 to Jan. 3. Additionally, the amendment includes provisions for what should happen if there is no president-elect.