Pennsylvania Citizenship Test Preparation (2026)

The USCIS civics test uses the same 128-question pool everywhere, but three answers depend on where you live. If you live in Pennsylvania, here is what you need to know.

Officials verified September 2026.

Governor, U.S. Senators & Capital

Governor
Josh Shapiro
U.S. Senators
John Fetterman and Dave McCormick
You only need to name ONE of them on the test.
Capital
Harrisburg

U.S. Representative

Your U.S. Representative depends on your home address in Pennsylvania. Do not use a statewide representative. Look up your exact Representative by zip code at house.gov.

Find your Representative

Practice saying:

Your Pennsylvania Preparation Plan

  1. Review these current Pennsylvania answers shortly before your interview.
  2. Practice the national civics question bank.
  3. Rehearse spoken N-400 and civics answers.
  4. Confirm election-sensitive answers before your appointment.

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Pennsylvania Citizenship Test - Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Governor of Pennsylvania?

As of September 2026, the Governor of Pennsylvania is Josh Shapiro. Check for updates before your interview.

Who are the U.S. Senators for Pennsylvania?

As of September 2026, the Senators are John Fetterman and Dave McCormick. You only need to name one on the test.

What is the capital of Pennsylvania?

The capital of Pennsylvania is Harrisburg.

Who is my U.S. Representative in Pennsylvania?

It depends on your exact address in Pennsylvania. Look up your Representative at house.gov.

Do these answers change?

Yes, Governor and Senator answers change after elections. Always double-check before your interview.

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