A concurrent resolution to provide for a joint convention for the Condition of the State Address.
Impact
The passing of HCR1 is significant as it establishes a formal protocol for how the Condition of the State Address will be delivered in 2025, ensuring that both chambers of the legislature participate in this critical event. It underscores the importance of the Governor's budget message within the legislative process and sets a precedent for how such occasions are handled in future sessions of the General Assembly.
Summary
House Concurrent Resolution 1 (HCR1) proposes a joint convention for the Condition of the State Address slated for January 14, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. This resolution invites Governor Kim Reynolds to deliver her budget message during this event, thereby emphasizing the collaborative efforts between the House of Representatives and the Senate. The resolution is straightforward in its intent, providing a structured approach to convene both legislative bodies for an important state address.
Contention
While the resolution itself is generally procedural and is unlikely to generate significant contention, it does highlight the ongoing legislative collaboration expected between the two houses. Any potential points of contention may arise in the budget discussions that follow the Governor's address, as various factions may have differing priorities and concerns regarding state spending and resource allocation.