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President of the Senate

For President of the Senate we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Advocacy, Congressional, Government and Legislative Assembly.



President Of The Senate (Advocacy)

Under the Constitution, the Vice President of the United States presides over the Senate and is allowed to cast a vote in the event of a tie. In his/her absence, the president pro tempore, or a senator designated by the president pro tempore, presides over the Senate only during very close votes, ceremonial occasions and crucial procedural questions.


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President Of The Senate (Congressional)

Under the Constitution, the Vice President of the United States presides over the Senate and is allowed to cast a vote in the event of a tie. In his/her absence, the president pro tempore, or a senator designated by the president pro tempore, presides over the Senate only during very close votes, ceremonial occasions and crucial procedural questions.


President Of The Senate (Government)

Role played by the vice-president as the Senate's presiding officer; breaks tie votes.


President Of The Senate (Legislative Assembly)

The presiding officer of the Senate, elected by all members of the Senate when the Senate organizes for a regular legislative session.




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