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

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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, Jul 24, 2017

4:00 p.m.: Convene and proceed to executive session to resume consideration of the nomination of David Bernhardt, of Virginia, to be Deputy Secretary of the Interior.

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Previous Meeting

Thursday, Jul 20, 2017
The Senate convened at 10:00 a.m. and adjourned at 5:11 p.m. 2 record votes were taken.

Scheduled Hearings

Today, Jul. 21, 2017

No committee hearings scheduled

Tuesday, Jul. 25, 2017

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
- 8:30 AM — SD-106

Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
- 10:00 AM — SD-538

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

Jul 20 | 165 (56-39) | Agreed to | PN365
Jul 20 | 164 (51-47) | Confirmed | PN370
Jul 19 | 163 (51-48) | Agreed to | PN370

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Learn about Senate Art & History

Senate Chamber Desks

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Floor Proceedings

Monday, Jul 24, 2017

Previous Meeting

Scheduled Hearings

Today, Jul. 21, 2017

Tuesday, Jul. 25, 2017

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

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