The Senate is the upper chamber of Congress, the legislative body of Redmont. It is made up of six senators, divided equally into groups "A" and "B", whose terms last two months. The two groups rotate, with the terms of senators in group A starting in odd months, while those of senators in group B start and end in even months.
History
The first Senate election was called on 1 May 2020, marking the first election in DemocracyCraft history. The Senate served as the sole chamber of the 1st Congress, as the first session of the House of Representatives did not begin until the 2nd Congress in July 2020.
Functions
Members of the Senate vote on bills that pass in the House of Representatives, on presidential nominations, and on senatorial motions. Members of the senate can motion for actions, including hearings of government agencies, private organizations, and individuals; senators can also interrogate the subject(s) of a hearing.
Leadership
The Senate is lead by the president of the Senate, who is filled in for by the deputy president of the Senate when necessary.