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I'm assuming you meant "Congress"!

The United States Congress is composed of two chambers: the House of Representatives and the Senate. The salaries of members of Congress are set by law and are subject to change over time. Here is the current salary scale for members of Congress:

House of Representatives:

• The annual salary for members of the House of Representatives is $174,000.

Senate:

• The annual salary for Senators is also $174,000.

Leadership positions:

• The Speaker of the House of Representatives earns an additional $2,000 per year, making their total annual salary $176,000.
• The Majority and Minority Leaders of the House and Senate earn an additional $1,000 per year, making their total annual salary $175,000.
• The Majority and Minority Whips of the House and Senate earn an additional $500 per year, making their total annual salary $174,500.

Historical context:

• The salary for members of Congress has increased over time to keep pace with inflation and to reflect the growing cost of living in the Washington, D.C. area.
• In 1969, the annual salary for members of Congress was $42,500.
• In 1990, the annual salary was $97,600.
• In 2009, the annual salary was $174,000.

It's worth noting that members of Congress also receive a range of benefits, including:

• A pension plan
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Use of a government-funded office and staff
• Travel expenses
• A generous allowance for official expenses, such as meals and lodging while on official business

These benefits are intended to help members of Congress perform their duties effectively and to compensate them for the demands of serving in office.