Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia Senate Bill SR431

Introduced
1/4/24  
Enrolled
1/8/24  
Introduced
1/4/24  
Enrolled
1/8/24  
Passed
1/8/24  
Enrolled
1/8/24  

Caption

General Assembly Convened; notify the Governor

Impact

The adoption of SR431 facilitates the communication structure between the legislative and executive branches in Georgia. By formally notifying the Governor, the bill reinforces the procedural norms within the state government that govern legislative sessions. This ensures that both branches are aligned on the commencement of legislative activities, which is vital for the functioning of government.

Summary

SR431 is a Senate Resolution that primarily serves to notify the Governor of Georgia that the General Assembly has convened. This resolution is a formal procedural step that acknowledges the start of a new legislative session, marking the readiness of the General Assembly to conduct its business. It outlines the need for a committee, consisting of members from both the House of Representatives and the Senate, to communicate this convening to the Governor.

Contention

While SR431 itself may not present substantial points of contention due to its procedural nature, the effective functioning of the General Assembly can be influenced by various political dynamics within the sessions that follow. This resolution, therefore, sets the stage for discussions on more contentious issues that may arise as the session progresses, although no specific points of contention were noted directly concerning SR431.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA SR2

General Assembly Convened; notify the Governor

GA SR2

General Assembly Convened; notify the Governor

GA SR3

General Assembly Convened; notify the Governor

GA HJR23

General Assembly; notifying Governor of organization.

GA HJR542

General Assembly; notifying Governor of organization.

GA HJR47

General Assembly; notifying Governor of organization.

GA SR2

Notifying Governor Legislature has assembled

GA A4671

Provides member of General Assembly be referred to as Assembly Member rather than Assemblyman or Assemblywoman.

GA SR402

Notifying Governor Legislature has assembled in extraordinary session

GA SR302

Notifying Governor Legislature has assembled in extraordinary session

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.