Senate Committee Meeting Schedule Procedures
May 20, 2026
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The Frame
This document establishes the official mechanism by which the public is notified of the time, location, and purpose of Senate committee hearings, ensuring transparency in the legislative process.
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Senate Committees
Committees must report the time, place, and purpose of all meetings and any changes to the Office of the Senate Daily Digest.
General Public
The public receives access to the schedule of Senate committee meetings through the Congressional Record.
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Summary
Key Facts
- Senate committees are required to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Digest of the time, place, and purpose of all meetings, hearings, and cancellations.
- The Office of the Senate Daily Digest is responsible for maintaining a computerized schedule of all Senate committee activities.
- Meeting information is published in the Extensions of Remarks section of the Congressional Record every Monday and Wednesday.
- The requirement for this scheduling system was established by Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, agreed to on February 4, 1977.
- The Rules Committee is responsible for designating the Office of the Senate Daily Digest to manage these records.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why It Matters
This document establishes the official mechanism by which the public is notified of the time, location, and purpose of Senate committee hearings, ensuring transparency in the legislative process.
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Discoveries
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Long-standing Transparency Mandate
The current scheduling transparency requirements have been in place since 1977, demonstrating a long-term commitment to public access to committee schedules.
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