During the 113th session, for the first time in the history of the Senate women will compose 20 percent of its Members. 1992 was named 'year of the woman' as 6 female Senators were elected. 2012 saw 11 women elected, 6 senators being re-elected and 5 newcomers.
Learn more about the women in the US Senate, where they are from, which party they represent with the following infographic created by NerdWallet.
