(a) The governor shall designate one of the business or labor representatives on the council as the presiding officer of the council to serve in that capacity at the pleasure of the governor.
(b) The presiding officer of the council shall designate a member of the council as assistant presiding officer to preside in the absence of the presiding officer.

Terms Used In Texas Government Code 2308.053

  • Presiding officer: A majority-party Senator who presides over the Senate and is charged with maintaining order and decorum, recognizing Members to speak, and interpreting the Senate's rules, practices and precedents.
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