President of the South Carolina Senate
| President of the South Carolina Senate | |
|---|---|
since December 6, 2021 | |
| Member of | South Carolina Senate |
| Nominator | Election by senate |
| Term length | 4 years |
| Inaugural holder | Henry Laurens (as president of the Provincial Congress) |
| Formation | 1776 |
| Succession | Second |
| Salary | $33,400 + $140 per diem |
The president of the South Carolina Senate is the presiding officer of the body. The role of the president is to ensure that general order is maintained in the senate by recognizing members to speak, ensuring members are following established rules, and to call for votes. Additionally, the president is second in the line of succession should the governor and lieutenant governor be unable to serve as governor. The current president of the senate is Thomas C. Alexander, a Republican, who has held the position since December 6, 2021.