112th Congress (2011-2012) - House Seats by State

The Green Papers: 2012 General Election

112^th Congress
(2011-2012)
House Seats by State

441 House Seats up for election in 2012 (includes AZ House CD 8, IL House CD 2, KY House CD 4, MI House CD 11, NJ House CD 10, OR House CD 1, WA House CD 1 special elections)

441 Elected

1 House Seat not up for election in 2012

1 Democratic

40 Open House Seats (voluntary retirement, seeking other political office)

20 Republican
20 Democratic

3 Vacant House Seats (office holder resigned, deceased, or expelled)

3 Democratic

314 Incumbents renominated by same party

13 Incumbents lost primary - no longer a candidate for this office

6 Incumbent Houses - election status not yet determined (primaries and/or nominating conventions yet to be held)

1495 Candidates seeking a House Seat (Candidates may run under the banner of multiple parties. Hence, the number of parties may be greater than the number of candidates.)

This is a list of the current House seats and the incumbents occupying them. All 435 of these seats are up for election on 6 November 2012.

There have been 0 deaths, 11 resignations, and 0 changes of party affiliation in the 112^th House.

Congressman Christopher J. "Chris" Lee (Republican, New York CD 26) resigned on 9 February 2011 amid scandal.
Congressman Jane Harman (Democratic, California CD 36) resigned on 28 February 2011 to become the President and CEO of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars.
Congressman Dean Heller (Republican, Nevada CD 2) resigned on 3 May 2011 after being appointed to the state's Class 1 U.S. Senate Seat.
Congressman Jay R. Inslee (Democratic, Washington CD 1) resigned on 20 March 2012 to devote his full-time to his candidacy for Washington Governor.
Congressman Anthony D. Weiner (Democratic, New York CD 9) announced his resignation on 16 June 2011 amid scandal. Officially resigned 21 June.
Congressman Janice Hahn (Democratic, California CD 36) was elected to Congress in a 12 July 2011 special election and sworn on 19 July.
Congressman David Wu (Democratic, Oregon CD 1) resigned on 3 August 2011 amid scandal.
Congressman Mark Eugene Amodei (Republican, Nevada CD 2) was elected to Congress in a 13 September 2011 special election and sworn on 15 September.
Congressman Robert L. "Bob" Turner (Republican, New York CD 9) was elected to Congress in a 13 September 2011 special election and sworn on 15 September.
Congressman Gabrielle "Gabby" Giffords (Democratic, Arizona CD 8) resigned 25 January 2012 to recover from a gunshot wound received at an 8 January 2011 constituent meeting.
Congressman Suzanne Bonamici (Democratic, Oregon CD 1) was elected to Congress in a 31 January 2012 special election. Sworn on 7 February 2012.
Congressman Ron Barber (Democratic, Arizona CD 8) was elected to Congress in a 12 June 2012 special election and sworn on 19 June 2012.
Congressman Thaddeus G. "Thad" McCotter (Republican, Michigan CD 11) resigned 6 July 2012 following issues with his primary nomination petitions.
Congressman Geoffrey C. "Geoff" Davis (Republican, Kentucky CD 4) resigned 31 July 2012 due to a family health issue.
Congressman Dennis A. Cardoza (Democratic, California CD 18), citing family needs, resigned on 14 August 2012 effective 15 August.
Congressman David A. "Dave" Curson (Democratic, Michigan CD 11) was elected to Congress in a 6 November 2012 special election and sworn on 13 November.
Congressman Donald M. Payne, Jr. (Democratic, New Jersey CD 10, son of the late Congressman Donald M. Payne) was elected to Congress in a 6 November 2012 special election.
Congressman Suzan Kay DelBene (Democratic, Washington CD 1) was elected to Congress in a 6 November 2012 special election and sworn on 13 November.
Congressman Thomas H. Massie (Republican, Kentucky CD 4) was elected to Congress in a 6 November 2012 special election and sworn on 13 November.
Congressman Jesse Louis Jackson, Jr. (Democratic, Illinois CD 2) resigned on 21 November 2012 amid scandal-- officially stating "to focus on restoring my health".
Congressman Bob Filner, Jr. (Democratic, California CD 51) resigned on 3 December 2012 having been elected Mayor of San Diego on 6 November 2012.

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Arkansas 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 3 Republican, 1 Democratic

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 4 Open	Democratic	Congressman Michael Avery "Mike" Ross • First elected: 2000 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 25 July 2011: "...I have decided not to seek a seventh term to the United States House..."
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

California 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 32 Democratic, 19 Republican, 2 Vacancies

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 6 Open	Democratic	Congressman Lynn C. Woolsey • First elected: 1992 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 27 June 2011: Congressman Woolsey announced her retirement.

Connecticut 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 5 Democratic

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 5 Open	Democratic	Congressman Christopher Scott "Chris" Murphy • First elected: 2006 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 20 January 2011: Announced he is running for the U.S. Senate Class 1 seat in 2012.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Hawaii 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 2 Democratic

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 2 Open	Democratic	Congressman Mazie K. Hirono • First elected: 2006 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 19 May 2011: Announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate Class 1 Seat in 2012.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Illinois 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 7 Democratic, 11 Republican, 1 Vacancy

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 12 Open	Democratic	Congressman Jerry F. Costello • First elected: in Special Election, 9 August 1988, re: death of Congressman Melvin Price, 22 April 1988 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 4 October 2011: Announced retirement.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Indiana 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 3 Democratic, 6 Republican

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 2 Open	Democratic	Congressman Joseph Simon "Joe" Donnelly • First elected: 2006 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 7 May 2011: Candidate for the Class 1 Senate Seat in 2012
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Massachusetts 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 10 Democratic

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 1 Open	Democratic	Congressman John Walter Olver • First elected 4 June 1991 in a special election, re: the death of Silvio O. Conte 8 February 1991. • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 26 October 2011: "Therefore, I will retire from the House of Representatives at the conclusion of the current [112th] Congress."
		Uncontested Race

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 4 Open	Democratic	Congressman Barney Frank • First elected: 1980 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 28 November 2011: Congressman Frank announced that he will not run for re-election.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Michigan 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 8 Republican, 7 Democratic

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 5 Open	Democratic	Congressman Dale E. Kildee • First elected: 1976 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 15 July 2011: "After careful consideration, I have decided to retire at the end of this term to enjoy more time with my wife, three children and ten grandchildren..."
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Nevada 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 1 Democratic, 2 Republican

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 1 Open	Democratic	Congressman Shelley Berkley • First elected: 1998 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 14 April 2011: Announced she is running for the Senate Class 1 seat in 2012.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

New Mexico 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 2 Democratic, 1 Republican

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 1 Open	Democratic	Congressman Martin Trevor Heinrich • First elected: 2008 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 2 April 2011: Congressman Heinrich announced he is running for the Class 1 Senate Seat in 2012.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

New York 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 21 Democratic, 8 Republican

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 5 Open	Democratic	Congressman Gary L. Ackerman • First elected in a special election: 1983 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 15 March 2012: Announced he will not seek re-election.

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 10 Open	Democratic	Congressman Edolphus "Ed" Towns • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 15 April 2012: Media reports indicate a withdrawal.

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 22 Open	Democratic	Congressman Maurice D. Hinchey • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 18 January 2012: Media reports state that Congressman Hinchey will retire due to health concerns.

North Carolina 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 7 Democratic, 6 Republican

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 11 Open	Democratic	Congressman Joseph Heath "Heath" Shuler • First elected: 2006 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 2 February 2012: Media reports state Congressman Shuler will not seek re-election.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 13 Open	Democratic	Congressman Ralph Bradley "Brad" Miller • First elected: 2002 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - ~~Congressman Miller is a candidate for re-election in the new CD # 4.~~ 26 January 2012: "I will not seek another term in Congress ... I knew Republicans in the legislature would dismantle the district that I have represented for the last decade, and they did."
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Oklahoma 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 4 Republican, 1 Democratic

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 2 Open	Democratic	Congressman David Daniel "Dan" Boren • First elected: 2004 • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 7 June 2011: Media reports state Congressman Boren plans to retire. However, he filed a Statement of Candidacy with the FEC on 13 December 2011.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Texas 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 23 Republican, 9 Democratic

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 20 Open	Democratic	Congressman Charles A. Gonzalez • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 25 November 2011: Announced retirement.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Washington 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 5 Democratic, 4 Republican

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 6 Open	Democratic	Congressman Norman D. "Norm" Dicks • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 2 March 2012: Announced retirement.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

Wisconsin 2-year term. Election Cycle 2010, 2012. No Term Limit.
Partisan Composition: 5 Republican, 3 Democratic

Incumbent - 112th Congress / 2000 apportionment - map
CD 2 Open	Democratic	Congressman Tammy Baldwin • Seat up for election: Tuesday 6 November 2012 • Open Seat - 5 September 2011: Candidate for the U.S. Senate Class 1 Seat in 2012.
		Open Seat (no incumbent)

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Major Parties
	• Democratic
	• Democratic-Farmer Labor
	• Democratic-Nonpartisan League
	• Republican
Major Third Parties
	• Constitution
	• Green
	• Libertarian
	• Pacific Green
	• Reform
Other Third Parties
	• American Constitution
	• American Third Position
	• Americans Elect
	• Conservative
	• Democratic/Republican
	• Independence
	• Independent American
	• Independent Greens
	• Independent Party of Connecticut
	• Independent Party of Oregon
	• Liberty Union
	• Marijuana
	• Natural Law
	• Socialism and Liberation
	• Progressive
	• Socialist Workers Party
	• Tax Revolt
	• U.S. Taxpayers
	• We, the People
	• Whig
	• Working Families
	• Wyoming Country
Independents
	• Independent
	• No Party
	• No Party Affiliation
	• No Party Preference
	• Nominated By Petition
	• Non Affiliated
	• Petitioning Candidate
	• Unaffiliated
Write-in/Scattered/otherwise not readily classifiable
	• Scattering
	• Write-in