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.
The Senate and Women's Fight for the Vote

Learn about the Senate's long road to approving the Nineteenth Amendment.
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.

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Thursday, Apr 02, 2020

10:00 a.m.: Convene for a pro forma session.

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Monday, Mar 30, 2020
The Senate convened at 11:00 a.m. for a pro forma session.

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Today, Apr. 02, 2020

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Mar 25 | 80 (96-0) | Passed | H.R. 748
Mar 25 | 79 (48-48) | Rejected | H.R. 748
Mar 23 | 78 (49-46) | Rejected | H.R. 748

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