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After health and safety guidelines mandated the closure of the Capitol Complex to the public for over two years, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) proudly invites constituents to make reservations to visit the U.S. Capitol as it reopens for tours.

The Capitol building will reopen in the following phases: 

• Phase 1 began March 28^th and is open for staff-led tours of groups up to 15 people, as well as for school groups of up to 50 students that will be selected on a first-come first-served basis.
• Phase 2 will begin May 30^th. The Office of the Physician is still exploring the capacity of tours for this phase. 
• The third and final phase has been tentatively scheduled for Labor Day weekend, September 5^th.

“I am excited to welcome members of our community back to the People’s House,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “I’m proud to invite all El Pasoans to share in the rich history of the Capitol, a true symbol of democracy and hope, as we begin to reopen to the public.”

To request a Capitol complex tour, visit: https://escobar.house.gov/forms/tourrequest/

Additionally, other tours in Washington, D.C. are available through our office:  

• Limited White House tours will begin April 15th on Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00 am – 12:30 pm, excluding federal holidays. To request a White House Tour visit: https://escobar.house.gov/forms/tourrequest/ 
• The Library of Congress has fully reopened for visitors on a self-book tour which can be found here: Thomas Jefferson Building - Guided Tours | Library of Congress (usedirect.com)