The practice of assigned seating for members was abolished during the 63rd Congress in 1913. Now, Members may sit wherever they please. Generally, Democrats occupy the east side of the Chamber on the Speaker's right, while Republicans sit across the main aisle on the Speaker's left. The tables on either side of the aisle are reserved for committee leaders during debate on a bill reported from their committee and for party leaders. posted by beagle at 11:08 AM on November 25, 2008
Man, you people are almost too helpful. posted by Dr. Send at 12:30 PM on November 25, 2008
Since there isn't one for the House, here's the seating chart for the current Senate. posted by thewittyname at 12:31 PM on November 25, 2008 [1 favorite]
Wow, that's great, thewittyname. Thanks! posted by languagehat at 3:23 PM on November 25, 2008
Wow, via thewittyname's link, if you mouse-over a senator's name it highlights their desk on the chart... but if you click on their name it shows you a photo of their actual desk drawer, complete with graffiti from senators past! posted by blueberry at 10:14 PM on November 25, 2008 [1 favorite]
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According to the House Clerk's office FAQ:
The practice of assigned seating for members was abolished during the 63rd Congress in 1913. Now, Members may sit wherever they please. Generally, Democrats occupy the east side of the Chamber on the Speaker's right, while Republicans sit across the main aisle on the Speaker's left. The tables on either side of the aisle are reserved for committee leaders during debate on a bill reported from their committee and for party leaders.
posted by beagle at 11:08 AM on November 25, 2008