How is it possible that state senators only make $15-20k per year?

Question

How is it possible that state senators only make $15-20k per year?

Answer 1

Depends on the state.  Are the legislators in your state expected to be full-time politicians, or part-time legislators?

Answer 2

the kickbacks they get amount to millions

Answer 3

The salary ranges are from $14,000- $111,000. IT depends on the population and each citizen is charged a few cents to determine the amount.

Answer 4

They have other jobs. A lot of state legislatures only meet for a few months at a time, each year.