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Congressional Press Accreditation Application Process

The House Periodical Press Gallery is currently in charge of credentialing members of the Periodical Press Galleries. Application paperwork must be submitted to:

House Periodical Press Gallery
Room H-304
U.S. Capitol
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-2941

E-mail: periodical.press@mail.house.gov   Website: http://periodical.house.gov/index.asp

Congressional Press accreditation for magazines, newsletters, non-daily newspapers, and on-line publications are handled through the Periodical Press Gallery. All reporters interested in obtaining a Congressional press pass should first read and review the rules and regulations of the Periodical Press Gallery. If you presume you and your publication qualify for credentials, please review the relevant instructions for your situation (Renewing, New or Foreign applicant) in order to complete the application process.

Renewing Applicant Instructions

New Applicant Instructions

Foreign Press Applicant Instructions

To receive an application, call the House Periodical Press Gallery at 202-225-2941, or pick up an application in H-304 in the U.S. Capitol.