# State Upper House Legislator

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## Labels

**Preferred Label:** State Senator

**Alternative Labels:**

- Member of State Senate

## Definition

A State Senator is an elected official who serves as a member of the upper chamber of a state's bicameral legislature. This individual is responsible for proposing, debating, and voting on state laws, policies, and budgets, as well as representing the interests of constituents from their specific senatorial district.

## Sub Class Of

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