U.S. State Legislatures - All 50 States
Find your state senators, state representatives, bills, committees, and voting records
Overview
Every U.S. state has its own legislature — the elected body that creates state laws, approves budgets, and oversees state government. Most states have a bicameral legislature (Senate and House/Assembly), except Nebraska which has a unicameral system.
State Legislatures at a Glance
- States
- 50
- Total State Legislators
- 7,383
- Bicameral / Unicameral
- 49 / 1
State Legislatures
Each state has its own legislature that creates laws for that state. Most states have a bicameral legislature (Senate and House/Assembly), except Nebraska which has a unicameral system.
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States by Region
South (14 states)
West (13 states)
Northeast (11 states)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does a state legislature do?
- State legislatures create laws that apply within their state, approve state budgets, confirm gubernatorial appointments, and can propose amendments to the state constitution. They handle issues like education, transportation, criminal law, and healthcare policy at the state level.
- How are state legislatures structured?
- 49 of the 50 states have a bicameral legislature with two chambers—typically a Senate (upper chamber) and a House of Representatives or Assembly (lower chamber). Nebraska is the only state with a unicameral (single-chamber) legislature.
- How many state legislators are there in the U.S.?
- There are approximately 7,383 state legislators across all 50 states. The size of each legislature varies widely—New Hampshire has 424 legislators (the largest), while Alaska has just 60 (one of the smallest).
- How do I find my state legislators?
- Select your state from the grid above to see its full legislature, including state senators and state representatives. You can also use your home address to find the specific legislators who represent your district.