Oklahoma State Senate to Convene on Tuesday

The Oklahoma State Senate will formally convene for its first meeting of the 2009 session at noon on Tuesday, January 6th. Members will formally elect Senator Glenn Coffee as Senate President Pro Tempore for the 2009-2010 legislative sessions.

This marks the first time in state history that Republicans have held the majority of seats in the upper chamber.

The Senate will also vote to install Paul Ziriax as Secretary of the Senate and the State Election Board, and will adopt rules for the 52nd Legislature.

After conducting its business, the Senate will adjourn until Monday, February 2nd.