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What is the difference between a regular session of Congress and a special session of Congress?

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A regular session is for making laws, while a special session is for debate only.
A regular session is for making laws, while a special session is for debate only.

A regular session is scheduled for a specific period of time each year, while a special session is called by the president at any time.
A regular session is scheduled for a specific period of time each year, while a special session is called by the president at any time.

A regular session has all the members, while a special session only has a few members.
A regular session has all the members, while a special session only has a few members.

A regular session is just for the members of Congress, while a special session is for guest speakers.

A regular session is for making laws and conducting regular business, while a special session is called for a specific purpose or issue determined by the president or the Congress. Special sessions can be called during a recess or outside of a regular session's scheduled period of time.