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(Vote for 1)Also referred to as a congressman or congresswoman, each representative is elected to a two-year term serving the people of a specific congressional district. Among other duties, representatives introduce bills and resolutions, offer amendments, and serve on committees. The number of representatives with full voting rights is 435, a number set by Public Law 62-5 on August 8, 1911, and in effect since 1913. The number of representatives per state is proportional to population. [source: https://www.house.gov/the-house-explained]Salary: $174,000Source: Congressional Salaries and Allowances: In Brief | Congress.gov.

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    Mike Bost
    (Rep)

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    Julie Fortier
    (Dem)

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What is one vote you would take that might be unpopular with your own party—and why?

Should members of Congress be subject to stricter ethics and stock-trading rules? Would you support a ban?

What is the most effective way the federal government can reduce costs for everyday Americans without increasing the deficit?

What should be the federal government’s role in ensuring affordable health care?

What does a realistic, bipartisan immigration solution look like to you?

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