What is the minimum number of electoral votes a state can receive?

The minimum number of electoral votes a state can receive is three. This is because each state is allocated electoral votes based on its representation in Congress, which includes two Senate votes and at least one Representative. The smallest states, which have only one Representative, still receive two Senate votes. Therefore, even the smallest states have a total of three electoral votes: two from the Senate and one from the House of Representatives. This ensures that all states have a meaningful voice in the Electoral College, which is crucial for maintaining the federal balance of power.