Kansas House Bill HCR5012

Kansas 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/23/23
• Passed: 2/23/23
• Engrossed: 2/23/23
• Enrolled: 3/7/23
• Passed: 3/7/23

Caption

Providing for the first adjournemtn of the Senate and House of Representatives for a period of time during the 2023 regular session of the legislature.

Impact

The resolution includes provisions stating that during the adjournment, certain legislative clerks and employees will continue to attend to their duties, which are essential for the smooth running of the legislative process. However, it also stipulates that members of the legislature will not receive per diem compensation and allowances during any day that both houses are adjourned for more than two days. This move is aimed at reducing unnecessary expenditures during periods when the legislative body is not actively in session.

Summary

HCR5012 is a Concurrent Resolution from the State of Kansas that outlines the schedule for the adjournment of both the Senate and House of Representatives during the 2023 regular legislative session. The resolution specifies that the legislature shall adjourn at the close of business on February 23, 2023, and reconvene on March 1, 2023. This brief duration of adjournment serves to create a pause in legislative activities while allowing for necessary operations to continue behind the scenes.

Contention

While the bill might seem straightforward, points of contention could arise concerning the impact on legislative workflow and member compensation. Some legislators may argue that adjournment without compensation could hinder participation in important off-session duties, while others may view the reduction of compensation during adjournment as a fiscal responsibility. The implications on legislative operations during periods of adjournment bring forth discussions on balancing efficiency with cost-effectiveness in state governance.