The Speaker or deputy presides from a chair at the front of the House.
Sworn-in representatives are required to elect a Speaker to preside over the House's business.
The Speaker of the House presides over the body and is elected by the membership every two years.
The Speaker presides over sittings in the Assembly and ensures order during debates.
For the first time in Indiana history, the Speaker presided over an equally divided House.
He says the Speaker "presided over a period which saw parliament develop a culture of corruption".
The Speaker usually does not personally preside over debates, instead delegating the duty to members of the House from the majority party.
The Speaker presides over the Assembly's proceedings, and works to maintain order during debates.
The Speaker presides over the House's debates, determining which members may speak.
The Speaker sets the agenda and presides at meetings of the City Council.