Category: American Government
A U.S. Representative is elected for two (2) years. This is the shortest term of any federal elected official, keeping representatives closely accountable to voters.
All 435 House seats are up for election every two years. This frequent cycle was designed by the Founders to make the House the 'people's chamber' — most responsive to public opinion.
There are no term limits for Representatives — they can be re-elected as many times as their constituents choose.
Say: 'Two years.'
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