Find Your Representatives
Understanding the U.S. Government
Your comprehensive guide to American democracy and governance
Branches of Government
Legislative Branch
Congress makes the nation's laws:
- Senate (100 members)
- House of Representatives (435 members)
Executive Branch
Enforces federal laws:
- The President
- Vice President
- Cabinet Members
Judicial Branch
Interprets laws:
- Supreme Court
- Federal Courts
- State Courts
Contact Your Government
Congressional Contact Methods
- Write a letter
- Call their office
- Visit their website
- Schedule an in-person meeting
State Government Contacts
- State Governor
- State Legislature
- State Agencies
- Local Government