Georgia's Legislative Branch includes the General Assembly, which is comprised of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Senate consists of 56 senators who are elected to serve four-year terms, while the House of Representatives is made up of 180 representatives who are elected to serve two-year terms. Together, these two bodies are responsible for creating, debating, and passing laws for the state of Georgia. The Lieutenant Governor presides over the Senate, while the Speaker of the House presides over the House of Representatives. Additionally, there are various committees and subcommittees within both chambers that play a crucial role in the legislative process.
