Capitol Closure:
At this time, the Pennsylvania State Capitol is closed to the public.
Although we are not offering guided tours of the Capitol, we invite you to view our video tours.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Sincerely, the Capitol Tour Guides.
About the Pennsylvania Legislature

The Biography of a Bill
Learn how to read a Legislative Bill and how a Bill becomes law in Pennsylvania.

Making Law Pennsylvania
Have you ever wished that government would just step in and pass a law to correct some situation you find totally unacceptable? Fortunately for all of us, it's not that simple. Making law in Pennsylvania is a meticulous process - and for good reason.

Welcome to the Senate of Pennsylvania
Learn about The Pennsylvania General Assembly, how a bill becomes law, and about a Senator's job.

Our House Pennsylvania
A Visitors Guide to the PA House of Representatives. Your visit to the House of Representatives is an opportunity to observe the House in action and learn more about this historic workplace that belongs to us all. Take a seat in the visitors' gallery and make yourself at home.