Rhode Island 2023 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H5134

Introduced
1/13/23  

Caption

House Resolution Amending The Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The Years 2021 And 2022 (this Resolution Would Permit Any Committee Member To Hold A Substitute Bill Which Is Moved For Consideration For A Period Of Twenty-four (24) Hours.)

Impact

The bill primarily affects procedural rules regarding the legislative process in the House. By mandating a set period for members to consider substitute bills, it encourages a thorough examination of legislative changes. This can potentially lead to more thoughtful discussions and amendments to bills, aligning with best practices for legislative scrutiny. As a result, the proposed amendments aim to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the House's legislative processes.

Summary

House Bill H5134 proposes amendments to the rules of the House of Representatives, specifically addressing the handling of substitute bills within committee discussions. The resolution seeks to allow any committee member to hold a substitute bill which has been moved for consideration for a period of twenty-four hours. This change is intended to provide committee members with additional time to review modifications to proposed legislation before further discussions or votes occur, potentially leading to more informed decision-making processes.

Contention

While the bill generally seeks to enhance the legislative process, there may be concerns regarding the efficiency of the committee process. Some members might argue that the additional time could slow down legislative progress, particularly in instances where urgent issues are at hand. The resolution may also spur a debate on how much time is necessary for appropriate review, as differing opinions on committee workload and legislative urgency could result in contention among committee members.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H5137

House Resolution Amending The Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The Years 2021 And 2022 (this Resolution Would Amend The House Rules To Enable Any Member To Have Up To 3 Bills During The 2nd Year Of A Legislative Session Held For Further Study Either Substituted In Committee Or A Committee Vote For Potential Placement On The Floor Calendar.)

RI H5051

House Resolution Adopting The Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The Years 2023 And 2024 (this Resolution Would Adopt The Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The Years 2023 And 2024.)

RI H5036

HOUSE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE YEARS 2023 AND 2024 (Amends the House Rules to enable any member to have up to 3 bills that are held for further study either substituted in committee or allowed to have a committee vote for placement on the floor calendar exclusively at the discretion of the Speaker.)

RI H5007

HOUSE RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE YEARS 2025 AND 2026

RI H5135

House Resolution Amending The Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The Years 2021 And 2022 (this Resolution Would Require The Clerk Of The House To Prepare And Publish In The House Journal An Index Of All Rulings Made By The Speaker.)

RI H7029

House Resolution Amending The Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The Years 2021 And 2022 (this Resolution Would Amend The House Rules By Providing Term Limits For House Leadership Positions.)

RI H6257

House Resolution Amending The Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The Years 2023 And 2024

RI H5008

HOUSE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE YEARS 2023 AND 2024 (Provides that members be limited to the introduction of 18 bills or resolutions during any legislative session with some exclusions.)

RI H5015

HOUSE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE YEARS 2023 AND 2024 (Requires that the bill sponsor or another member of the House be present in order to formally present a bill to a committee before any testimony is taken on the bill.)

RI H5014

HOUSE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE YEARS 2023 AND 2024 (Requires that members receive five (5) days advance notice when their bill is being heard before a committee.)

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RI H5036

HOUSE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE YEARS 2023 AND 2024 (Amends the House Rules to enable any member to have up to 3 bills that are held for further study either substituted in committee or allowed to have a committee vote for placement on the floor calendar exclusively at the discretion of the Speaker.)

RI H5137

House Resolution Amending The Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The Years 2021 And 2022 (this Resolution Would Amend The House Rules To Enable Any Member To Have Up To 3 Bills During The 2nd Year Of A Legislative Session Held For Further Study Either Substituted In Committee Or A Committee Vote For Potential Placement On The Floor Calendar.)

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