(a) The governor shall designate a member of the council to be the presiding officer.
(b) The presiding officer serves in that capacity at the will of the governor.

Terms Used In Texas Human Resources Code 112.016

  • 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) A representative of a state agency may not serve as chair or vice-chair.
(d) The council shall meet quarterly in regular session and on call by the chair when necessary for the transaction of council business.