The Council of the Republic is chaired by Natalya Kochanova

During the first session of the Council of the Republic, the leadership of the upper chamber was elected and permanent commissions were formed. Natalya Kochanova was re-elected as chair by secret ballot. 58 members of the Council of the Republic voted unanimously for her candidacy. Sergei Khomenko was elected to the post of deputy. The speakers drew attention to the fact that it is important for senators in their work to focus not on the number of bills adopted, but on creating optimal conditions for the peaceful and dynamic development of all spheres of life of the state and society. This will be the primary principle of the work of the new convocation. The Council of the Republic has formed 5 permanent commissions, each consisting of an average of 10 people.