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President of the Chamber of Representatives of Colombia

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President of the Chamber of Representatives
Seal of the Chamber of Representatives
since 20 July 2024
Chamber of Representatives of Colombia
Style
StatusPresiding officer
SeatNational Capitol, Bogota
NominatorMajor parties (normally)
AppointerChamber of Representatives
Term lengthOne legislative year
Constituting instrumentConstitution of Colombia
Formation20 July 1882; 142 years ago (1882-07-20)
First holderPedro Gual Escandon
DeputyFirst Vice President
Second Vice President

The president of the Chamber of Representatives of Colombia commonly known as the president of the Chamber is the highest authority of the Chamber of Representatives of Colombia. The office was established in 1811 by the First National Congress of Colombia.

It is third on the presidential line of succession after the vice president and the president of the senate.[1]

The office is currently held by Jaime Salamanca of the Green Alliance He was elected on 20 July 2024.

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References

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  1. ^ "Los penosos números de la Comisión de Acusaciones". Semana. 5 March 2015.