The Senate is the smaller, more intimate, more formal house of the legislative branch. The President Pro Tempore and the Deputy President Tempore are the elected leaders that preside over the Senate, but the Lt. Governor is the true President of the Senate. The Floor Leaders are the highest ranking appointed offices in the Senate.
Like the U.S. Senate, the membership of the Senate is equal. Each delegation gets to bring 3 voting members and 3 non-voting members.
All of the legislation that is discussed in the Senate is written by the members of the organization, which allows the legislative branch to really provide an immersive experience in the legislative process. Member bills take the full “how a bill becomes a law” process, going through committees, being heard on the floor of both houses of the legislature, and on to the Governor’s desk for final approval or veto.
Senate Leadership Application (DOC)
Robert’s Rules Cheatsheet (PDF)
