By 2015, "full-time legislator" was the single largest category of legislator occupations. This category overcame the historically dominant occupation of

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Historically, the profession of lawyer/attorney has been the most common among legislators, reflecting the legal expertise often deemed necessary for crafting legislation. By 2015, however, the trend shifted towards having full-time legislators, indicating a professionalization of politics where legislative duties themselves are considered a full-time occupation.

By 2015, "Full-Time Legislator" Was the Single Largest Category of Legislator