Can a Member book a press conference in your studio?
Can a Member book a press conference in your studio?
No. To be interviewed in the Gallery studio a Member must be invited by a broadcaster who guarantees to be present for the interview. The broadcaster will then book the studio time. Only Members of Congress may be interviewed in our studios.
Can a Member book a press conference at the "Triangle?"
Yes, if the Member will be participating in the event. The Member's staff needs to advise us of the date, time and subject matter. Non-Members may participate in the event. We do request notification as soon as possible if the event is canceled.
Can the Gallery staff help with media at an event (hearing, photo op, stakeout, etc.)?
Yes. We can provide on-site assistance if many cameras and reporters are expected to attend, or we can offer advice for smaller events. We can also help coordinate with the Capitol Police.
We can answer these questions from the computerized daily log of House proceedings we
create and maintain.
Who is speaking on the floor?
What was the result of the last vote?
Has Member X spoken on the floor today?
When was the last time Member X spoke on the floor?
We can answer this question from the records of committee hearing coverage requests we
create and maintain.
What broadcasters covered X committee hearing on X date?
We can answer these questions by referring to guidelines developed cooperatively by the
House leadership and the broadcasters.
Where can I do an interview in the Capitol complex?
Can cameras shoot in the dining room?