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.
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.
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.

Floor Proceedings

Tuesday, Aug 01, 2023

12:15 p.m.: Convene for a pro forma session.

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Friday, Jul 28, 2023
The Senate convened at 11:45 a.m. for a pro forma session.

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Today, Jul. 30, 2023

No committee hearings scheduled

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Jul 27 | 212 (86-11) | Passed | S. 2226
Jul 27 | 211 (94-3) | Agreed to | S. 2226
Jul 27 | 210 (55-42) | Rejected | S. 2226

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