A resolution to direct the Clerk to notify the Senate that the House of Representatives has assembled and is ready to proceed with the business of the session.
Impact
The implementation of HR0006 holds significance in maintaining the constitutional requirements for legislative sessions as outlined in the Constitution of the State of Michigan of 1963. By establishing this formal communication between the House and the Senate, the resolution underscores the importance of procedural clarity and cooperation between the two legislative bodies. This directive ensures that legislative activities can proceed smoothly, allowing for the formulation and consideration of proposed laws and amendments.
Summary
House Resolution No. 6, introduced by Representatives Aiyash and Posthumus, serves as a procedural directive intended to facilitate the legislative process at the onset of a session. This resolution directs the Clerk of the House to notify the Senate of the House's assembly and readiness to commence its business. Such procedural resolutions are common at the beginning of legislative sessions, ensuring that both chambers are formally aware of each other's status and readiness to engage in deliberations and legislation.
Contention
While HR0006 exemplifies routine procedural governance, the underlying facets of legislative communication can sometimes lead to contention over timing and priorities between the House and Senate. There is an inherent understanding that both chambers must work collaboratively, yet divergent priorities can arise, leading to debates over which issues should be expedited or postponed during a session. Nonetheless, procedural resolutions like HR0006 are foundational and typically garner widespread support as necessary for effective legislative function.
A resolution to direct the Clerk to notify the Governor that the House of Representatives has assembled and is ready to proceed with the business of the session.
A resolution to direct the Clerk to notify the Senate that the House of Representatives has assembled and is ready to proceed with the business of the session.
A resolution to direct the Clerk to notify the Governor that the House of Representatives has assembled and is ready to proceed with the business of the session.
This resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to inform the House of Representatives that a quorum of the Senate is assembled and that the Senate is ready to proceed to business.