Connecticut House Bill HJ00302

Connecticut 2016 Regular Session

• Introduced: 6/20/16

Caption

Resolution Concerning The Expenses Of The June 20 Reconvened Session Of The 2016 General Assembly.

Impact

The passing of HJ00302 will facilitate the smooth operation of the legislative body by authorizing funds needed for the reconvened session. Such authorizations are critical in maintaining the workflow of governance, as they chronicle the financial arrangements that support the legislative process. Ensuring the legislature can convene and address pressing matters is crucial for governance and law-making, especially when unexpected sessions arise.

Summary

House Joint Resolution No. 302 pertains to the authorization of expenses related to the June 20 reconvened session of the 2016 General Assembly. This resolution allows the Joint Committee on Legislative Management to pay for necessary expenses incurred during the session, thereby ensuring that legislative functions can continue without financial hindrance. This is part of standard legislative procedures to handle costs associated with additional sessions of the Assembly.

Contention

While HJ00302 typically does not face significant opposition, the implications of funding decisions, such as how expenses are categorized or the sufficiency of allocated funds, can spark debates. Tensions might arise if members of the Assembly feel that certain expenditures are unwarranted or if they wish to prioritize specific funding needs over others. Nonetheless, this resolution primarily serves a procedural function rather than introducing contentious policy changes.