(a) The governor shall designate a board member as the presiding officer. The presiding officer serves in that capacity at the will of the governor.
(b) At the meeting of the board held closest to August 31 of each year, the board shall elect one of its members as the assistant presiding officer. The assistant presiding officer serves as provided by board rule.

Terms Used In Texas Occupations Code 502.055

  • 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.
  • Rule: includes regulation. See Texas Government Code 311.005
  • Year: means 12 consecutive months. See Texas Government Code 311.005