Learn About the Senate

Explore the Senate's Constitutional foundations, its unique role in America's governmental system, and its rich history.
Art & Artifacts

Browse the art and artifacts of the U.S. Senate Collection.
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.
Senate Chamber Desks

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

Find your state's senators and learn about your state's place in Senate history.
Women of the Senate

Learn about the varied and important roles played by women in Senate history, from the first women to gain key staff positions to the female senators who have held positions of power and influence.
Tools of the Senate Chamber

View the gavels and other artifacts of the U.S. Senate Collection used to conduct business in the Senate Chamber.
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

Friday, Aug 18, 2023

1:00 p.m.: Convene for a pro forma session.

Previous Meeting

Tuesday, Aug 15, 2023
The Senate convened at 10:45 a.m. for a pro forma session.

Floor Activity
Daily Digest (latest issue)
Congressional Record (latest issue, PDF)
Senate Floor Proceedings, 2014 to Present

Scheduled Hearings

Today, Aug. 18, 2023

No committee hearings scheduled

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

Jul 27 | 212 (86-11) | Passed | S. 2226
Jul 27 | 211 (94-3) | Agreed to | S. 2226
Jul 27 | 210 (55-42) | Rejected | S. 2226

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