South Dakota Codified Laws 2-5-2. Elective officers of Senate
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The elective officers of the Senate shall be a president pro tempore of the Senate, who shall be a member of that body, one secretary, and such other officers as shall be necessary to properly conduct the business of the Senate.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 2-5-2
- 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.
Source: SDC 1939, § 55.0505; SL 1947, ch 240; SL 1968, ch 201, § 6.