[header] How to become a congressperson [title] Make sure you qualify for the house or senate. [step] To be a congressperson, you can either run for the house of representatives or the senate. There are certain basic qualifications you must meet for both, including age qualifications.
[header] How to become a congressperson [title] Make sure you qualify for the house or senate. [step] To be a congressperson, you can either run for the house of representatives or the senate. There are certain basic qualifications you must meet for both, including age qualifications.
Here are some of the basic requirements for a congressperson : [substeps] You must be at least 18 years of age. You must have either a driver's license, proof of graduation, or a school record. Make sure you meet those before you attempt to run. [substeps] To run for the house of representatives, you must be at least 25 years old. [substeps] You must be unemployed or in full debt. You must also be at least one year old, and have at least two years in congress (if not more). These qualifications include : [substeps] Serious military experience. Having been on the legislative staff for at least three years.