Learn About the Senate

Explore the Senate's Constitutional foundations, its unique role in America's governmental system, and its rich history.
Art & Artifacts

Browse the art and artifacts of the U.S. Senate Collection.
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.
Senate Chamber Desks

Discover the histories, traditions, and arrangements of senators' desks.
States in the Senate

Find your state's senators and learn about your state's place in Senate history.
Women of the Senate

Learn about the varied and important roles played by women in Senate history, from the first women to gain key staff positions to the female senators who have held positions of power and influence.
Inaugurations at the U.S. Capitol

Explore the inauguration-related objects in the U.S. Senate collection.
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

Friday, Apr 17, 2026

Convene at 10:00 a.m.

Previous Meeting

Thursday, Apr 16, 2026
The Senate convened at 10:00 a.m. and recessed at 6:36 p.m.

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Senate Floor Proceedings, 2014 to Present
Recent Roll Call Votes

Scheduled Hearings

Today, Apr. 17, 2026

No committee hearings scheduled

Monday, Apr. 20, 2026

Armed Services
- 3:30 PM — SR-222

Tuesday, Apr. 21, 2026

Armed Services
- 8:00 AM — SVC-217

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

Apr 16 | 85 (49-48) | Agreed to | PN787-1
Apr 16 | 84 (50-49) | Passed | H.J.Res. 140
Apr 15 | 83 (51-49) | Agreed to | H.J.Res. 140

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