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SJ 1

Senate joint rules resolution

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Tom McGillvray

Senate Joint Resolution SJ 1 aims to enhance legislative efficiency and transparency by modifying rules for conducting legislative business, impacting lawmakers and the public.

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Bill Summary · SJ 1

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution SJ 1

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: SJ 1
  • Title: Senate Joint Rules Resolution
  • Status: Filed with Secretary of State
  • Introduced On: December 07, 2024
  • Classification: Joint Resolution
  • Subject: General Joint Resolution, Legislature

Purpose and Intent

Senate Joint Resolution SJ 1 aims to establish or amend specific rules governing the operations and procedures of the legislature. The resolution is intended to enhance legislative efficiency, clarify procedural guidelines, and ensure that legislative processes are transparent and accessible.

Key Provisions

While the specific text of the resolution is not provided, joint resolutions typically include provisions that may:
- Modify existing legislative rules or procedures.
- Introduce new operational guidelines for legislative sessions.
- Address issues related to the conduct of legislative business, such as voting procedures, committee structures, or session scheduling.

Legislative Actions Timeline

The following is a timeline of significant legislative actions related to SJ 1:

  • December 07, 2024: Bill introduced and filed.
  • January 06, 2025: First reading in the Senate.
  • January 08, 2025: Referred to the Senate Rules Committee.
  • January 10, 2025: Committee executive action; resolution adopted.
  • April 07, 2025: Committee report; bill passed in the Senate.
  • April 09, 2025: Bill passed the third reading in the Senate and transmitted to the House.
  • April 10, 2025: First reading in the House.
  • April 15, 2025: Hearing held in the House Rules Committee.
  • April 16, 2025: Committee executive action; resolution adopted in the House.
  • April 17, 2025: Committee report; bill concurred in the House.
  • April 24, 2025: Scheduled for and passed the third reading in the House.
  • April 25, 2025: Returned to the Senate and sent to enrolling.
  • April 29, 2025: Returned from enrolling.
  • May 02, 2025: Signed by both the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House.
  • May 05, 2025: Filed with the Secretary of State.

Impact

The resolution, once enacted, will affect the legislative process by potentially altering how legislative business is conducted. This could impact legislators, legislative staff, and the public by changing the way laws are proposed, debated, and passed.

Sponsors

  • Primary Sponsor: Tom McGillvray

Related Bills

  • LC 2243: This bill is noted as a replacement for SJ 1, indicating that it may address similar issues or concerns.

This summary provides an overview of Senate Joint Resolution SJ 1, detailing its purpose, legislative actions, and potential impact on the legislative process.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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