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In a state - any member of the State Legislature. In the Congress - any member of the Representative or Senator.
Anyone can write, draft a bill. But only a member of congress can sponsor the bill. The bill must be sponsored by a member before it can go to the floor for debate.
Each member of congress is elected by the people of his/her state. Each member of congress is elected by the people of his/her state.
After the passage of the 17th Amendment, all members of Congress are now elected by popular vote of their district or state. Should a vacancy occur after an election, it is up to the individual state to decide how to fill that vacancy for the remainder of the term. Some states stipulate a special election, others allow the governor to appoint someone, and a few have the state legislature appoint someone.
There is no upper age limit.