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United States Senate

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Elected statewide

Every 6 years

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Key Facts

  • United States Senate | legislative branch
  • Office powers, limits, and election rules come from official statutes and municipal charters.
  • Current officeholder and district authority are confirmed against government rosters.
  • Jurisdiction: United States Senate
  • Votes on federal laws

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Current person

Dick Durbin

U.S. Senator

Democratic

United States Senate

Updated Jul 3, 2026Open Page

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U.S. Senator Statutory Powers & Public Authority

Governed by applicable public statutes and administrative rules.

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2026-06-13

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  • This office shapes decisions inside United States Senate.
  • A senator represents the whole state in the U.S. Senate.
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Dick Durbin

Democratic

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Upcoming elections and contests
2026-11-03

U.S. Senate - Texas

2026 Texas General Election

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