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.
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States in the Senate

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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, Apr 29, 2019

3:00 p.m.: Convene and proceed to executive session to resume consideration of William Cooper, of Maryland, to be General Counsel of the Department of Energy.

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Previous Meeting

Thursday, Apr 25, 2019
The Senate convened at 4:30 p.m. for a pro forma session.

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Scheduled Hearings

Today, Apr. 26, 2019

No committee hearings scheduled

Tuesday, Apr. 30, 2019

Armed Services
- 9:30 AM — SD-G50

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

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

Apr 11 | 77 (56-41) | Confirmed | PN503
Apr 10 | 76 (56-41) | Agreed to | PN503
Apr 10 | 75 (56-41) | Confirmed | PN240

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Learn about Senate Art & History

Senate Chamber Desks

States in the Senate

Plan a Visit to the Capitol

Floor Proceedings

Monday, Apr 29, 2019

Previous Meeting

Scheduled Hearings

Today, Apr. 26, 2019

Tuesday, Apr. 30, 2019

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

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