What is one of the three qualifications to be elected to the House of Representatives?

To be eligible for election to the House of Representatives, one must be at least 25 years old. This age requirement is explicitly outlined in the U.S. Constitution under Article I, Section 2. The framers of the Constitution established this minimum age to ensure that candidates have reached a level of maturity and life experience sufficient to represent constituents effectively.

The other qualifications require individuals to be U.S. citizens and to have been residents of the state from which they are elected, but there is no requirement for how long they must have been citizens before running for office, nor is there a requirement for a college degree. This highlights the accessible nature of American democracy, allowing a broad range of individuals the opportunity to participate in governance.