Members of the Georgia General Assembly

What are the qualifications for becoming a member of the Georgia State Senate?

• A) 25 years old, resident of Georgia for two years, resident of the district for at least one year, U.S. citizen

• B) 21 years old, resident of Georgia for two years, resident of the district for at least one year, U.S. citizen

• C) 30 years old, resident of Georgia for three years, resident of the district for at least two years, U.S. citizen

• D) 18 years old, resident of Georgia for one year, resident of the district for at least six months, U.S. citizen

2. Who presides over the Georgia House of Representatives?

• A) Governor of Georgia

     

    

• B) Majority Leader

     

    

• Speaker of the house

• Lieutenant, governor

How often does redistricting occur in Georgia?

• A) Every 4 years

• B) Every 8 years

• C) Every 10 years

• D) Every 12 years

What is the primary function of the General Assembly?

•    A) Implementing laws

     

•    B) Enforcing laws

• C) Making laws

• D) Interpreting laws

How long is the term for a member of the Georgia State House of Representatives?

• Four Years

• Six years

• Three Years

• Two years

Who is responsible for promoting committee chairs in the Georgia Senate?

•    A) Speaker of the House

• B) Governor of Georgia

• C) Majority Leader

• D) Lieutenant Governor

What is the role of the Minority Leader in the General Assembly?

• A) Promote the interest of the Governor on the house floor

•    B) Ensure members of the minority party vote for bills and agendas favored by the majority party

• C) Assign House members to committees

     

• D) Preside over the senate

8. When are elections held for members of the General Assembly?

• A) January, even-numbered years

• B) November, odd-numbered years

• C) November, even-numbered years

• D) April, odd-numbered years