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The Composition of the US Congress

The Composition of the US Congress. There are 100 senators and 435 representatives. There are 2 senators from each state. The number of representatives for each state depends on it’s population. It varies between 1 and 53 representatives.

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The Composition of the US Congress

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  1. The Composition of the US Congress There are 100 senators and 435 representatives. There are 2 senators from each state. The number of representatives for each state depends on it’s population. It varies between 1 and 53 representatives. The senators are elected for a period of 6 years and the representatives, for 2 years.

  2. Number of Representatives by State: The House of Representatives

  3. Map of Districts

  4. Number of Senators by Party

  5. The Current US Congress

  6. TheCurrent US Congress

  7. The Current US Congress

  8. The Current US Congress

  9. The Current US Congress

  10. The 2008 Elections • In the House of Representatives, the Democrats have a majority of 54%. On November 4, 2008, there will be elections for all seats (for the 2009-2011 period). • In the Senate, there will be voting to elect 34 of the 100 Senators. Of the 34 seats, 21 right now are held by Republicans, and 12 by the Democratic Party.

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