(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.

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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.