How often are elections held for the U.S. House of Representatives?

Elections for the U.S. House of Representatives are held every two years to ensure that representatives remain accountable to their constituents and can respond to changing public opinion and needs. This frequent election cycle allows voters to regularly assess the performance of their representatives and vote for new candidates if they believe that's necessary.

Every two years, all 435 members of the House are up for election, which contributes to a dynamic political environment where issues can be revisited frequently, reflecting the will of the electorate. This system is intended to foster representation and maintain a close connection between members of Congress and the citizens they serve.

In contrast, elections every year or every four years would either create instability in governance or cause representatives to serve longer terms without frequent accountability, which is not the intention of the current electoral framework designed by the Founding Fathers. Likewise, a six-year term, as in the case of U.S. Senators, relates to a different approach in legislative accountability.