Question: For a new House member, how long might that person's opportunity be to get known and make an impact for the voters in his or her district, before facing an election contest? Group of answer choices at least as long as the president of his or her party continues in office. from the day he or she takes office to the date of his or her party primary. It will vary depending upon the needs of his or her district. a minimum of two years. no more than six months.