Missouri House Bill HR3921

Missouri 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/9/24
• Refer: 1/11/24
• Report Pass: 1/24/24

Caption

Grants use of the House Chamber for swearing in of attorneys on Friday, April 26, 2024, and Friday, September 27, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Impact

By granting this permission, HR3921 reinforces the historical precedent of using government spaces for legal and ceremonial purposes, thus fostering a sense of connection between the legislative and judicial branches. The use of the House Chamber for such events not only honors the significance of the occasion for newly licensed attorneys but also publicly acknowledges the role of the legal profession within the state’s governance framework. This creates an accessible platform for new attorneys to be officially welcomed into the legal community.

Summary

House Resolution 3921 requests permission for the Missouri Bar to use the House Chamber for the swearing-in of newly licensed members on two specified dates in April and September 2024. This resolution emphasizes the importance of maintaining a cooperative relationship between government bodies and the legal system, indicating an acknowledgment of the ceremonial role that the House Chamber plays in such official functions. The resolution reflects a tradition within the Missouri General Assembly of facilitating official events within its chambers.

Contention

While there do not appear to be overt points of contention directly mentioned in the resolution, the implications of using legislative space for events outside typical legislative functions could be debated. Some individuals may argue against the use of governmental facilities for non-legislative events, advocating for separation between governmental functions and legal ceremonies. However, the resolution's supportive tone suggests broad approbation for this practice among the members of the Missouri House.