Connecticut Senate Bill SR00050

Connecticut 2020 Regular Session

• Introduced: 9/29/20
• Passed: 9/29/20

Caption

Resolution Concerning The Rules Of The Senate For The September 29 Special Session, 2020.

Impact

The resolution's primary impact lies in adjusting specific rules such as the order of business and the procedure for transmitting bills between the two chambers, namely the Senate and House. By affirming that bills may be transmitted and acted upon by either chamber with proper consent, it enhances legislative flexibility and responsiveness. The resolution also outlines the process for amending rules and emphasizes the need for transparency regarding fiscal impacts associated with proposed amendments, thereby promoting a more accountable legislative environment.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 50, introduced during the September 29 Special Session of 2020, addresses the operational rules governing the Senate. The resolution aims to maintain continuity in the Senate's procedural rules established during the regular session of 2020, except for amendments provided within the resolution itself. This stability in rules is crucial for ensuring a smooth legislative process, particularly as lawmakers reconvene to tackle pressing issues during a special session when altered circumstances may require responsive action.

Contention

Notably, procedural changes as stipulated in SR00050 can lead to contention among lawmakers, particularly regarding the modifications outlined in the resolution. Some legislators may view the alteration of existing rules as encroachments on established practices or as means to fast-track certain legislative priorities without due consideration. The resolution sets forth a mandate that any member proposing amendments which may affect state budgets must provide a detailed fiscal note, thereby increasing accountability but also potentially stalling debate as members seek comprehensive analyses of proposed fiscal impacts.