Informs the Senate that the House is duly convened, has elected its officers, and is in session ready for consideration of business
Impact
The passage of HR3 ensures that the legislative process can proceed in an organized manner under the authority of the elected House officers. By informing the Senate of the House's organization, HR3 reinforces the procedural norms that underpin the collaborative nature of legislative business. Various sessions can now move forward with a clear understanding of the House's leadership, facilitating a more effective legislative process that can address the state's governance needs.
Summary
House Resolution No. 3 (HR3) formally recognizes the beginning of the House of Representatives' First Regular Session of the 103rd General Assembly. Introduced by Representative Riley, the resolution serves to inform the Senate that the House is duly convened and organized, ready for the consideration of pending business. It outlines the roles of key officers within the House, including the Speaker, Speaker Pro Tem, Chief Clerk, Doorkeeper, Sergeant-at-Arms, and Chaplain. This resolution is procedural and aims to establish the authority and function of House leadership as the session commences.
Contention
While HR3 mainly addresses procedural aspects and is unlikely to be a focal point of political contention, it does lay the groundwork for how representative business will be conducted in the upcoming session. Any potential opposition would likely arise from differing views on the roles and authority assigned to the officers named in the resolution. However, discussions around HR3 itself are expected to be straightforward given its nature as a simple organizational resolution without significant policy implications.