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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Monday, Jul 13, 2020

5:30 p.m.: Convene for a pro forma session.

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Thursday, Jul 09, 2020
The Senate convened at 10:00 a.m. for a pro forma session.

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Today, Jul. 12, 2020

No committee hearings scheduled

Tuesday, Jul. 21, 2020

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

Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
- 2:00 PM — SD-106

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

Jul 02 | 130 (47-44) | Agreed to | PN1726
Jul 01 | 129 (60-33) | Agreed to | S. 4049
Jun 29 | 128 (89-4) | Agreed to | S. 4049

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