Kansas 2023-2024 Regular Session

Kansas House Bill HR6002

Introduced
1/9/23  
Passed
1/9/23  
Enrolled
1/13/23  

Caption

Assigning seats in the House of Representatives for the 2023 session.

Impact

The impact of HR6002 is primarily administrative and procedural, affecting how members of the House interact during sessions. By assigning specific seats, it fosters a sense of order and accountability. The organization of seating can also influence the dynamics of discussions and debates, potentially affecting how members collaborate or challenge each other in the legislative process. However, there are no substantial changes to existing laws as the bill mainly addresses internal procedural aspects rather than legislative policy.

Summary

House Resolution No. 6002 pertains to the assignment of seats within the House of Representatives for the 2023 session. This resolution provides a structured seating arrangement for the members, designating specific seats for the speaker, speaker pro tem, and majority and minority leaders, as well as for all other members of the House. This kind of resolution is essential for maintaining order and organization during sessions and formal proceedings.

Sentiment

The sentiment around HR6002 appears to be neutral, as it is a standard procedure in legislative bodies to establish seating arrangements. There are typically minimal points of contention, since seat assignments are a routine aspect of maintaining legislative function. However, any discontent might generally stem from individual member preferences regarding seating locations or from larger strategic considerations about where members choose to position themselves relative to their colleagues.

Contention

One notable point of contention could arise around the allocation of prominent seats to party leadership and influential members, sparking discussions about fairness and representation. Some members might feel that certain allocations reflect political hierarchy rather than equitable distribution. Nonetheless, seat assignments are usually accepted as a necessary compromise to ensure that the legislative process runs smoothly, and such resolutions are rarely opposed, making HR6002 largely a procedural matter.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

KS HR6002

Providing for the assignment of seats in the House of Representatives for the 2025 Legislative session.

KS HR6002

Providing for assignment of seats in the House of Representatives for the 2024 special session of the Legislature.

KS SR1702

Assigning seats in the Senate for the 2023 session.

KS HR6005

Providing for changes in seat assignments in the House of Representatives during the 2023 legislative session.

KS HR6029

Providing for changes in seat assignments in the House of Representatives during the 2024 legislative session.

KS HR6043

Providing for changes in seat assignments in the House of Representatives during the 2024 legislative session.

KS HR0001

A resolution to prescribe the Standing Rules for the 2025-2026 session of the House of Representatives.

KS HR0001

A resolution to prescribe the Standing Rules for the 2023-2024 session of the House of Representatives.

KS HCR2027

House of representatives; designated seats

KS HR6001

Providing for the organization of the House of Representatives for the 2023 session of the Legislature.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.