Although President Johnson had earlier admitted the former Confederate States of America, Congress refused to seat their congressional delegations until passing HR1058 along party lines.
Joseph Rainey (R-SC), born into slavery, was the first African-American elected to the House of Representatives.
Felton became the first woman to serve in the Senate, for only 24 hours.
Visualize the 117th Senate and its members, and compare it with past congresses
Visualize the first time in history a cabinet nominee's confirmation ended in a tie.