Congress
District
Definition
The area a member of Congress represents. The House has 435 districts, each with one representative. District lines are redrawn after each census.
Related Terms
Congressional District
A geographic area represented by a single member of the House of Representatives. Districts are redrawn every 10 years after the census.
RepresentativeA member of the House of Representatives. Also called a Congressman or Congresswoman.
RedistrictingThe process of redrawing electoral district boundaries, typically after each decennial census.
ConstituentA person who lives in an elected official's district or state. Members of Congress serve and answer to their constituents.
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Common Questions
- What does "District" mean?
- The area a member of Congress represents. The House has 435 districts, each with one representative. District lines are redrawn after each census.
- What terms are related to district?
- Related terms include: Congressional District, Representative, Redistricting, Constituent. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for district.