the lieutenant governor is the presiding officer of this chamber
Senators from even-numbered districts are chosen in the off year elections. Each senator must be at least 30 years of age; a qualified voter of the state for three years; and of the district he represents for one year. The Lieutenant Governor is president and presiding officer of the Senate.In his absence, the President Pro Tem, who is elected by the Senate members, presides. The House of Representatives consists of 163 members, elected at each general election for two-year terms.ach senator must be at least 30 years of age; a qualified voter of the state for three years; and of the district he represents for one year. The Lieutenant Governor is president and presiding officer of the Senate.