Due to recent events and in conjunction with ongoing security initiatives, the US Capitol Police have instituted new security measures at the Capitol complex. In an effort to remain proactive with security on our campus the following measures will be in effect to increase safety and security for everyone at the Capitol.
There will be checkpoints for all vehicles entering Capitol grounds and access points for authorized vehicles. These vehicle security checkpoints will be in place at the following locations:
The following street will be closed:
Traffic delays may result from these security enhancements. Patient cooperation is requested of all Congressional employees and visitors. Information updates will be posted on the Senate Sergeant at Arms and U.S. Capitol Police message lines, on the Senate's intranet and Senate.gov.
Capitol tours are unaffected by the new Security Traffic Checkpoint Plan.