United States congressional delegations from Virginia

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== United States Congressional Delegations from Virginia ==

The United States congressional delegations from Virginia consist of the elected representatives from the Commonwealth of Virginia to the United States Congress. These delegations include both the Senators and the Representatives.

United States Senate[edit | edit source]

Virginia is represented in the United States Senate by two Senators. Each Senator is elected to serve a six-year term, with elections staggered so that one seat is up for election every two years.

Current Senators[edit | edit source]

United States House of Representatives[edit | edit source]

Virginia is divided into 11 congressional districts, each represented by a member of the United States House of Representatives. Representatives are elected to two-year terms with all seats up for election every two years.

Current Representatives[edit | edit source]

Historical Delegations[edit | edit source]

Virginia has a rich history of representation in the United States Congress, with many notable figures having served as either Senators or Representatives. The state's congressional districts have also changed over time due to redistricting and changes in population.

Notable Historical Figures[edit | edit source]

  • James Madison - 4th President of the United States and former Representative
  • John Tyler - 10th President of the United States and former Representative
  • Harry F. Byrd - Long-serving Senator and influential political figure

Related Pages[edit | edit source]

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD