How many years are they elected for?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking for the number of years that members of the House of Representatives and the Senate are elected for in the U.S. Legislative Branch.

More Information

The House of Representatives consists of members elected for 2-year terms, allowing for more frequent turnover and responsiveness to the public. The Senate has 6-year terms to provide stability, with staggered elections ensuring continuity.

Tips

A common mistake is confusing the term lengths with the President's 4-year term.

Sources

• We elect a President for how many years? - americanhistory.si.edu
• About Elections - FVAP.gov - fvap.gov