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.
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.
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, Oct 20, 2020

12:00 p.m.: Convene and resume consideration of Michael Jay Newman, of Ohio, to be United States District Judge for the Southern District of Ohio.

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Previous Meeting

Monday, Oct 19, 2020
The Senate convened at 4:30 p.m. and recessed at 7:03 p.m. 2 record votes were taken.

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Scheduled Hearings

Today, Oct. 19, 2020

No committee hearings scheduled

Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020

Veterans' Affairs
- 9:30 AM — SD-106

Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- 10:00 AM — SR-253

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Recent Senate Roll Call Votes

Oct 19 | 202 (48-42) | Agreed to | S. 178
Oct 19 | 201 (43-48) | Rejected | H.J.Res. 90
Oct 01 | 200 (51-43) | Rejected | S. 4653

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