US representatives in the House are elected for how many years?

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives are elected to serve two-year terms. This structure is designed to ensure that representatives remain closely accountable to their constituents, as they must stand for re-election every two years. This relatively short term encourages representatives to be responsive to the needs and opinions of the voters in their districts.

In contrast, Senators serve six-year terms, which allows for a more stable legislative body that may not change as frequently. The founding fathers established this system to create a balance between immediate public opinion and longer-term governance, reflecting different levels of accountability in the two chambers of Congress.