Congressman Pete Olson

Representing the 22nd District of Texas

Congressional Kids Corner

Olson Meets with Webelos Den 12 from Pack 1700
Colony Meadows Elementary School in Sugar Land, TX

Congressional Kids Corner

Facts about Congress

  • The United States Congress has two chambers -- the House of Representatives and the Senate.
  • The House is made up of 435 Members from 50 states. In addition to the 435 Members, there are also delegates from Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the Virgin Islands, and the District of Columbia.
  • All House Members are elected every two years.
  • You must be at least 25 years old to be elected to the House.
  • The Senate is made up of 100 Senators, two from each state.
  • Senators are elected every six years. One-third of the Senate is up for re-election in any given election.
  • You must be at least 30 years old to be elected to the Senate.

Washington, DC Kids Information

Kid's in the House: The Official Kid's Page of the U.S. House of Representatives
Learn about the legislative process and its effect on you. Experience the exciting world of government like you never have before 

Kid's News
Read news just for kids at the Washington Post Kid's Post Page.

First Gov for Kids
The federal government's portal for fun, educational and safe sites for kids.

CIA's Homepage for Kids
Learn what it takes to be a spy, read about the history of the CIA and try on spy disguises.

NASA Just for Kids
Learn about our missions to space, new technologies and the history of our space program.

FEMA For Kids
Learn how to be prepared for disasters and prevent disaster damage.

Houston Kids Information

Johnson Space Center for Kids
Kids learn about NASA from the experts

Houston For Kids
All Houston. All Kids. All the Time. 

Olson visits B.F. Terry High school