Elected Office · Federal
U.S. Representative
- Level
- Federal
- Area represented
- One of Tennessee's 9 congressional districts
- Term length
- 2 years
- Term limits
- None
- Election cycle
- Awaiting verification
One of 435 members of the U.S. House. Every House member faces voters every two years — the shortest term in federal government. Represents one district, not the whole state.
What only this office can do
- Originates all revenue (tax) bills — a power the House holds exclusively
- Impeaches federal officials — the House alone brings charges
Main responsibilities
- Votes on federal laws
- Introduces legislation
- Votes on federal spending
- Serves on committees
- Conducts oversight
- Helps residents with federal agencies
What this office cannot do alone
- Cannot pass a law alone. One of 435, plus the Senate, plus the President.
- Cannot change state law.
- Cannot lower your property taxes. Property tax is local.
- Cannot control your school board.
Questions voters should ask
- Which committee assignments would you pursue?
- What can a single House member in the minority actually accomplish?
- How will you serve a district whose boundaries just changed?
On the 2026 ballot
Upcoming election: Tennessee State and Federal General — November 3, 2026
Candidates for the November 3, 2026 general election will be published here as they are verified against the official ballot.