Debate the merits of proposals and bill amendments during floor sessions, following the appropriate rules of procedure.
Determine campaign strategies for media advertising, positions on issues, and public appearances.
Hear testimony from constituents, representatives of interest groups, board and commission members, and others with an interest in bills or issues under consideration.
Represent their parties in negotiations with political executives or members of other parties, and when speaking with the media.
Review bills in committee, and make recommendations about their future.
Vote on motions, amendments, and decisions on whether or not to report a bill out from committee to the assembly floor.
