Missouri House Bill HR3898

Missouri 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/3/24
• Refer: 1/4/24
• Report Pass: 1/10/24

Caption

Grants the use of the House Chamber to the Jefferson City Chapter of the Federalist Society on January 19, 2024, from 8 am to 5 pm

Impact

The impact of HR3898 extends to state laws regarding the use of legislative spaces for private organizations. By allowing this event, it reinforces the practice of enabling civic groups and nonprofit organizations to engage with legislators and the public in a formal setting. This could set a precedent for future requests from other organizations seeking similar privileges.

Summary

HR3898 permits the Jefferson City Chapter of the Federalist Society to utilize the House Chamber on January 19, 2024, from 8 AM to 5 PM. This bill is primarily focused on granting access to a state facility for a specific organization, highlighting the intersection of legislative spaces and civic discourse.

Contention

While the summary does not provide explicit points of contention, the granting of state resources to specific organizations can sometimes evoke debate regarding the appropriateness of such uses. Concerns could arise surrounding the equal treatment of various organizations and how access to legislative spaces is prioritized or restricted, particularly when it comes to political affiliations or ideologies.