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At the moment, there are none, and if there ever is a vacant seat that means that there is a vote going on. You can only stay a Senator for a certain period of time, then you have to give up your seat and an election takes place to find a replacement.

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In 2008 there are 35 seats open for election. Two seats are regular six year rotations and two are special elections.

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