US. Senators represent the

entire state
, where the US House of Representatives have
small voting districts
to ensure they are closer and more responsive to their constituents.

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This ensures that Senators are able to focus on statewide issues that affect all residents of their state, while Representatives are able to focus on the specific needs and concerns of the people in their individual districts. This division of responsibilities helps to ensure that both levels of government are able to effectively serve the needs of the people they represent.