United States House of Representatives

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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1. How long is United States House of Representatives?2 years
2. What is the location?South Wing, United States Capitol, Washington, D.C
3. What is the number of voting representatives?435
4. What is the House of Representatives?The House is the lower part of Congress where elected people make laws for the whole country. They are chosen by the people to serve two‑year terms.
5. How many members are in the House?There are 435 voting members. The number has stayed the same since 1911, even though the U.S. population grows.

Bicameral Legislature: A legislative body composed of two chambers, like the U.S. Congress (House and Senate).
Impeachment: The process by which a legislative body brings charges against a government official for misconduct.
Apportionment: The process of dividing the 435 seats in the House of Representatives among the states based on population.
Revenue Bills: Legislation that deals with raising money for the government, such as taxes.