The Senate
The state is divided into 33 senatorial districts, from each of which one senator is elected. Senators are elected to four-year terms with those from even-numbered districts being elected in the same general election, and those representing odd-numbered districts being elected two years later.
The House
The larger house, and arguably the more representative one of Tennessee's bicameral legislature is called the House of Representatives. It occupies the largest space in the State Capitol known as the House Chamber seen at right. The state is divided into 99 House districts from each of which one representative is elected.
The Legislature
The 105th General Assembly adjourned Sine Die on May 21, 2008
The 106th General Assembly will convene on January 13, 2009
