For how long do members of the House of Representatives serve?

Members of the House of Representatives serve a term of two years. This provision is established in Article I, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution, which states that representatives shall be elected every two years. The shorter term is designed to keep representatives closely tied to the needs and opinions of their constituents, as they must regularly seek re-election. This frequency of elections allows for changes in public sentiment to be reflected more rapidly in the makeup of the House. As a result, members are motivated to be responsive and accountable to those they represent.