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The Senate Chapter 10, Section 3

The Senate Chapter 10, Section 3 . CWP Mrs. Huston. Facts . About 1/3 of current Senators previously served in the House of Representatives Equal Representation—each state has two Senators Terms of six years. Election . Senators were originally chosen by state legislatures

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The Senate Chapter 10, Section 3

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  1. The SenateChapter 10, Section 3 CWP Mrs. Huston

  2. Facts • About 1/3 of current Senators previously served in the House of Representatives • Equal Representation—each state has two Senators • Terms of six years

  3. Election • Senators were originally chosen by state legislatures • Since 1913 they have been directly elected by the people of the state they represent

  4. Continuous Body • 1/3 of members up for re-election every two years • This means 2/3 of the members continue into the following session • It provides for a smooth transition

  5. Qualifications • Higher level than for the House of Reps • Must be at least 30 years of age • Must have been a citizen at least 9 yrs

  6. Salary • The annual salary of a rank and file member of the House or Senate is … • $165,200 as of January, 2007

  7. Current Legislation • http://www.senate.gov/pagelayout/legislative/b_three_sections_with_teasers/active_leg_page.htm

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