The Florida Senate is the upper chamber of the Florida Legislature, which is responsible for making state laws. It consists of 40 members who are elected to serve four-year terms. Each senator represents a specific district within the state, and the Senate works alongside the Florida House of Representatives to create and pass legislation. The Senate has various committees that focus on specific areas, such as education, health, and finance. These committees review proposed bills and make recommendations before they are voted on by the full Senate. The Governor of Florida can also influence legislation by signing or vetoing bills passed by the Senate.