Ohio 2023-2024 Regular Session

Ohio House Bill HR11

Introduced
1/24/23  

Caption

To adopt Rules of the House of Representatives for the 135th General Assembly.

Impact

Adopting HR11 will have significant implications for legislative operations, impacting how bills are considered and modified. It includes stipulations for public access to House documents and requires fiscal impact statements to be distributed prior to votes on bills. This increase in transparency is designed to keep the public informed and engaged in the legislative process, promoting accountability among lawmakers and committees.

Summary

House Bill 11 (HR11) aims to adopt the rules of the House of Representatives for the 135th General Assembly. This bill outlines procedural rules that govern how the House conducts its business, including the operations of committees, the process for voting, and the methods for introducing and amending bills. HR11 seeks to ensure that legislative procedures are clear and consistent, promoting an effective legislative process.

Contention

While some members of the legislature support the bill for its focus on order and clarity, there are concerns about potential rigidity in procedural rules that might limit the flexibility of lawmakers in addressing issues quickly as they arise. The debate has centered around balancing efficiency in legislative procedures with the need for responsiveness to the needs of the constituents.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OH HR9

To adopt the Rules of the House of Representatives for the 136th General Assembly.

OH HR1001

To Adopt The Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The Ninety-fourth General Assembly.

OH HR1001

To Adopt The Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The Ninety-fifth General Assembly.

OH HR11

Rules of the House of Representatives for the 102nd General Assembly

OH HR7

Rules of the House of Representatives for the 103rd General Assembly

OH HR3

Relating To The Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The 153rd General Assembly.

OH HR3

Relating To The Temporary Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The 152nd General Assembly.

OH HR10

Relating To The Permanent Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The 152nd General Assembly.

OH HSB101

A resolution relating to permanent rules of the House of Representatives for the Ninety-first General Assembly.(See HR 5.)

OH HR5

A resolution relating to permanent rules of the House of Representatives for the Ninety-first General Assembly.(Formerly HSB 101.)

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