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

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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, Nov 16, 2018

3:00 p.m.: Convene for a pro forma session.

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Previous Meeting

Thursday, Nov 15, 2018
The Senate convened at 10:00 a.m. and adjourned at 5:31 p.m. under the provisions of S.Res.700, as a further mark of respect to the memory of former Senator Walter "Dee" Huddleston. Two record votes were taken.

Scheduled Hearings

Today, Nov. 16, 2018

No committee hearings scheduled

Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018

Armed Services
- 9:30 AM — SD-G50

Budget and Appropriations Process Reform
- 2:00 PM — LHOB-1334

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

Nov 15 | 244 (64-34) | Confirmed | PN1860
Nov 15 | 243 (77-21) | Agreed to | S.J.Res. 65
Nov 14 | 242 (63-36) | Agreed to | PN1860

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Learn about Senate Art & History

Senate Chamber Desks

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Floor Proceedings

Friday, Nov 16, 2018

Previous Meeting

Scheduled Hearings

Today, Nov. 16, 2018

Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

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