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

Wednesday, Oct 20, 2021

10:00 a.m.: Convene and proceed to executive session to resume consideration of the nomination of Catherine Elizabeth Lhamon, of California, to be Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Department of Education.

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Previous Meeting

Tuesday, Oct 19, 2021
The Senate convened at 10:00 a.m. and adjourned at 7:56 p.m. 3 record votes were taken.

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Scheduled Hearings

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021

Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- 10:00 AM — SR-253

Environment and Public Works
- 10:00 AM — SD-406

Finance
- 10:00 AM — SD-215

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

Oct 19 | 417 (50-49) | Agreed to | PN604
Oct 19 | 416 (53-44) | Confirmed | PN561
Oct 19 | 415 (53-44) | Agreed to | PN561

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States in the Senate

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Floor Proceedings

Wednesday, Oct 20, 2021

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Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021

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