Which of the following statements regarding the Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives is true?
A) He or she is selected by direct popular vote in a general election.
B) He or she may appoint all committee chairs.
C) He or she refers only spending bills to standing committees.
D) He or she also serves as the president of the Senate.
E) He or she has veto power over any legislation passed by the Texas Senate.

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The Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives is elected by members of the house, not by direct popular vote. The Speaker has the power to appoint committee chairs and members, but not all committee chairs as this statement implies. The Speaker refers all bills to standing committees, not just spending bills. The Speaker does not serve as the president of the Senate. Finally, the Speaker does not have veto power over legislation passed by the Texas Senate.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Speaker of the Texas