United States Congress
The legislative branch of the United States federal government
Overview
The United States Congress is the bicameral legislature of the federal government, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives. Congress meets in the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C.
The current 119th Congress began on January 3, 2025. Congress has 535 voting members: 100 senators and 435 representatives, plus 6 non-voting delegates from U.S. territories.
119th Congress at a Glance
- Senators
- 100
- Representatives
- 435
- Committees
- 45+
- Session
- 2025-27
United States Senate
The Senate is the upper chamber of Congress, with 100 members—two senators from each state. Senators serve six-year terms. The Senate has exclusive powers including confirming presidential appointments and ratifying treaties.
Find your Senators: Select your state below to view your two U.S. Senators and their voting records, committee assignments, and sponsored legislation.
House of Representatives
The House of Representatives is the lower chamber of Congress, with 435 voting members apportioned among the states by population. Representatives serve two-year terms. The House has exclusive powers including initiating revenue bills and impeaching federal officials.
View House Committees →Congressional Committees
Congressional committees are subdivisions of Congress that handle specific policy areas. They review legislation, conduct oversight, and hold hearings. There are standing committees (permanent), select committees (temporary), and joint committees (with members from both chambers).
Browse All Committees →Congress Members by State
Find all Senators and Representatives for each state. Click on a state to view the complete congressional delegation, including voting records, committee assignments, and contact information.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many members are in Congress?
- The United States Congress has 535 voting members: 100 Senators (2 per state) and 435 Representatives (apportioned by population). Additionally, there are 6 non-voting delegates representing U.S. territories and Washington D.C.
- How long is a term for Senators and Representatives?
- Senators serve 6-year terms, with approximately one-third of the Senate up for election every 2 years. Representatives serve 2-year terms, with all 435 seats up for election every 2 years.
- What is the current Congress?
- The current Congress is the 119th Congress, which began on January 3, 2025 and will end on January 3, 2027.
- How do I find my representatives?
- You can find your representatives by entering your ZIP code on the CIV.IQ homepage. Each U.S. citizen is represented by 2 Senators (representing the entire state) and 1 Representative (representing their congressional district).