Georgia Legislative Knowledge Assessment

Stephen Fowler, GPB Education Capitol correspondent, explains the requirements to be a member of the Georgia House or Senate, as outlined in the Georgia State Constitution. House members must be at least 21, have lived in Georgia for two years, and in their district for one year. Senate members must be 25, with the same residency requirements. The legislative session lasts 40 days, typically from January to April, making it a part-time job with a salary of about $17,000. Lawmakers can earn a per diem for work outside legislative days. Stephen, now 25, reflects on his eligibility to run for office and invites viewers to send questions.

What is the minimum age requirement to be a member of the Georgia House of Representatives?

• 30 years old

• 25 years old

• 21 years old

• 18 years old

How long must a candidate have lived in Georgia to be eligible for the Georgia Senate?

• Two years

• One year

• Four years

• Three years

For how many legislative days does the Georgia legislative session typically run?

• 30 days

• 60 days

• 40 days

• 50 days

What is the approximate annual salary for Georgia lawmakers as set by the state constitution?

• $25,000

• $20,000

• $17,000

• $15,000

What is a 'per diem' in the context of Georgia lawmakers?

• A travel reimbursement

• A fixed annual bonus

• A daily allowance for additional work

• A monthly stipend

What age did the narrator recently turn, making him eligible to run for the Georgia House or Senate?

• 21

• 23

• 27

• 25

Where can viewers send their questions about Georgia's government?

• gpb.org/psp

• peachstate.org/ask

• statepolitics.com/faq

• georgia.gov/questions