Congressional Record

American  

noun

1. the record of the proceedings of the U.S. Congress, with a transcript of the discussion, published daily by the government while Congress is in session.

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Congressional Record British  

noun

1. (in the US) the government journal that publishes all proceedings of Congress

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Congressional Record Cultural  

1. A published account of the votes, speeches, and debates of the United States Congress.

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Etymology

Origin of Congressional Record

An Americanism dating back to 1825–35

Example Sentences

Mr. Gerhardt said that move essentially “ripped those pages out of the Congressional Record.”

From Washington Times

According to the Congressional Record, she has sponsored 89 bills and resolutions during her House tenure, many aimed at improving or expanding access to health care, especially for women and minorities.

From Seattle Times

According to the Congressional Record, the Senate received Gen. George’s nomination for the top Army job last week and referred it to the Armed Services Committee.

From Washington Times

He took in the gossip and read newspapers and even The Congressional Record for material.

From New York Times

It was read into the Congressional Record as a testament to how segregation was stifling the ability of people to coexist with equality and dignity.

From Seattle Times