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.
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Presented to enlighten, amuse, and inform, our new Senate history blog explores the forces, events, and personalities that have shaped the modern Senate.
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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.
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 28, 2022

3:00 p.m.: Convene and resume consideration of H.R.8404, the Respect for Marriage Act.

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Previous Meeting

Friday, Nov 25, 2022
The Senate convened at 8:00 a.m. for a pro forma session.

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Scheduled Hearings

Today, Nov. 28, 2022

No committee hearings scheduled

Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022

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

Foreign Relations
- 2:30 PM — SD-419

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

Nov 17 | 357 (53-23) | Agreed to | H.R. 8404
Nov 16 | 356 (62-37) | Agreed to | H.R. 8404
Nov 15 | 355 (61-37) | Passed | S.J.Res. 63

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