Women of the Senate

To commemorate the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment, and recognize the service of the first female senator in 1922, learn about the Women of the Senate.
Senate Stories

Presented to enlighten, amuse, and inform, our new Senate history blog explores the forces, events, and personalities that have shaped the modern Senate.
Learn about Senate Art & History

Explore the Senate's collection of paintings, sculpture, graphic art, and decorative art representing the history of the institution, the Capitol, and the nation.
Senate Chamber Desks

Discover the histories, traditions, and arrangements of senators' desks.
States in the Senate

Learn about your state's place in Senate history.
Plan a Visit to the Capitol

Your visit to the historic U.S. Capitol begins as you enter the Capitol Visitor Center. The visitor's center is located below the East Plaza of the Capitol between Constitution and Independence Avenues.

Floor Proceedings

Monday, Nov 30, 2020

3:00 pm: Convene.

5:00 pm: Proceed to executive session to resume consideration of the nomination of Taylor B. McNeel, of Mississippi, to be United States District Judge for the Southern District of Mississippi .

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Previous Meeting

Friday, Nov 27, 2020
The Senate convened at 3:15 p.m. for a pro forma session.

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Scheduled Hearings

Today, Nov. 27, 2020

No committee hearings scheduled

Monday, Nov. 30, 2020

Foreign Relations
- 6:00 PM — SVC-217

Tuesday, Dec. 01, 2020

Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
- 10:00 AM — SD-106

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

Nov 18 | 239 (49-41) | Confirmed | PN2208
Nov 18 | 238 (49-43) | Agreed to | PN2208
Nov 18 | 237 (49-43) | Confirmed | PN1328

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Inaugural Website

The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies has launched a website to provide up-to-date information about the 2021 Presidential Inauguration and related ceremonies along with historical information and photos of inaugurals past.

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