(a) The governor shall designate a member of the commission as the presiding officer of the commission to serve in that capacity at the pleasure of the governor.
(b) The commission annually shall elect from among its members an assistant presiding officer and a secretary. An officer shall serve until the officer’s successor is appointed and qualified.

Terms Used In Texas Government Code 434.006

  • 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.

(c) The commission shall meet at least once in each three-month period. No action may be taken by less than a majority of the commission.

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