Provides for the appointment of the membership of the House Committee on Ways and Means and the Senate Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs
Impact
The passage of HCR80 would modify existing procedures surrounding the committee appointments, reflecting an effort to enforce greater legislative representation across Louisiana. Should the concurrent resolution be enacted alongside House Bill No. 90 or House Bill No. 122, it would come into effect on July 1, 2018. This change signals a potential shift towards a more localized approach to leadership in committees that influence key financial decisions affecting the state's educational landscape.
Summary
House Concurrent Resolution No. 80 (HCR80), introduced by Representative Jay Morris, aims to establish guidelines for the appointment of members to two key legislative committees in Louisiana: the House Committee on Ways and Means and the Senate Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs. The resolution specifically stipulates that the Speaker of the House must appoint at least two members from each district represented in the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) to the House committee, while the Senate President must appoint at least one member from each BESE district to the Senate committee. This requirement is intended to ensure that there is adequate representation from diverse geographic regions in matters pertaining to financial and fiscal policies.
Sentiment
Overall, the sentiment surrounding HCR80 appears to reflect a commitment to fair representation in Louisiana's legislative processes. Proponents argue that heightened representation from various BESE districts could lead to more equitable decision-making in financial matters affecting education. However, there could also be concerns regarding whether this requirement might complicate the committee selection process or dilute the influence of experienced legislators within these committees.
Contention
One notable point of contention surrounding HCR80 is the potential challenge it could pose to the existing frameworks governing legislative appointments. Critics may raise concerns regarding whether mandating a specific number of appointees from each district could inadvertently prioritize geographic representation over qualifications or expertise. The resolution could spark a broader debate about the balance between local representation and the need for skilled individuals in decision-making roles.
Urges and Requests the chairmen of the House Committee on Ways and Means and the Senate Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs to establish a joint subcommittee to study state tax incentives and rebates (EG INCREASE GF EX See Note)
Urges and requests the House Committee on Ways and Means and the Senate Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs to review the goals and purposes of various tax exemptions, credits, and deductions
Requests the House Committee on Ways and Means and the Senate Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs to study the effects of a sales and use tax exemption for feminine hygiene products and diapers
Requires the House Committee on Ways and Means and the Senate Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs to study tax expenditures currently authorized by law
Urges and requests the House Committee on Ways and Means and the Senate Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs to consider changes to the excess federal itemized deduction
Requests the House Ways and Means and the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committees to study the feasibility of funding the ad valorem property taxes levied on business inventories
Requests the House Ways and Means and Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committees to study the fiscal impact and feasibility of eliminating state income taxes and the ad valorem tax assessed on certain inventories
Urges and Requests the House Ways and Means and the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committees to study alternative funding sources to fund nonstate entity projects in the capital outlay program
Urges and Requests the House Ways and Means and the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committees to study alternative funding sources to fund nonstate entity projects in the capital outlay program
Requests the House Ways and Means and the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committees to study the need to provide for ad valorem property tax relief for property owners who are serving in or have served in the military
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; provision related to officeholders raising funds when facing a recall; modify, and require candidate to establish a separate account used for recall purposes. Amends secs. 3, 11, 12, 21, 24 & 52 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.203 et seq.) & adds sec. 21b.
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; funds donated to a candidate for recall efforts; require candidate to establish a separate account used for recall purposes. Amends secs. 3, 11, 12, 21, 24 & 52 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.203 et seq.) & adds sec. 21b.
A concurrent resolution recognizing wild rice as sacred and central to the culture and health of Indigenous Peoples in Minnesota and critical to the health and identity of all Minnesota citizens and ecosystems and establishing a commitment to passing legislation to protect wild rice and the freshwater resources upon which it depends.