Terms Used In Indiana Code 2-2.1-1-11

  • President pro tempore: A constitutionally recognized officer of the Senate who presides over the chamber in the absence of the Vice President. The President Pro Tempore (or, "president for a time") is elected by the Senate and is, by custom, the Senator of the majority party with the longest record of continuous service.
   Sec. 11. Procedures: Preparation of a Calendar. The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate shall prepare a calendar in accordance with the joint rules of the House and Senate.

Formerly: Acts 1971, P.L.6, SEC.2.