Congress
Congressional District
Definition
A geographic area represented by a single member of the House of Representatives. Districts are redrawn every 10 years after the census.
Related Terms
Representative
A member of the House of Representatives. Also called a Congressman or Congresswoman.
RedistrictingThe process of redrawing electoral district boundaries, typically after each decennial census.
ApportionmentThe process of dividing the 435 House seats among the 50 states based on population, conducted after each census.
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Common Questions
- What is a congressional district?
- A geographic area represented by a single member of the House of Representatives. Districts are redrawn every 10 years after the census.
- What terms are related to congressional district?
- Related terms include: Representative, Redistricting, Apportionment. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for congressional district.