New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill SR77

Introduced
3/24/22  

Caption

Requires House consideration of certain bills or resolutions designated by Minority Leader.

Impact

The impact of SR77 could be significant on the legislative framework of the state. By allowing the Minority Leader to designate bills for prioritization, it creates a mechanism for minority viewpoints to gain visibility and consideration on the Senate floor. This resolution could potentially alter the balance of power in legislative discussions, as it empowers the minority party to push certain initiatives that might otherwise be overlooked during busy legislative sessions. Additionally, this could pave the way for increased collaboration between majority and minority members in the Senate.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 77 aims to amend the existing Senate Rule 17:7 to require the consideration of certain bills or resolutions designated by the Minority Leader. Under this resolution, the Minority Leader will be able to designate three specific bills or resolutions for consideration for final passage during each two-year legislative session, provided that they have substantial support, requiring a minimum of 16 Senate sponsors. This change is intended to enhance the legislative process by ensuring that minority opinions can be expressed through the designated bills, thus promoting a more inclusive approach to law-making in the Senate.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the parameters set for the bills to be designated. Critics might argue that requiring at least 16 Senate sponsors for a bill to be considered for designation could create hurdles for less popular but important legislative initiatives. Additionally, there could be discussions about the implications of the rule changes on the legislative schedule, as the prioritization of designated bills may conflict with other pressing legislative matters that require attention. Overall, the effectiveness of SR77 will depend on how well it is received by both the majority and minority parties and how it influences the legislative process going forward.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NJ SR78

Requires House consideration of Senate legislation with 21 or more sponsors; provides for member special order speeches at designated sessions and public comment periods at designated committee meetings.

NJ AR112

Requires certain bills and resolutions with at least 32 sponsors to be voted on third reading upon notice.

NJ AR76

Requires certain bills and resolutions with at least 32 sponsors to be voted on third reading upon notice.

NJ SCR116

Requires Legislature to make bills and joint resolutions available to public on website at least 14 days before final vote in each house; prohibits consideration of certain bills and joint resolutions given first reading.

NJ HR1

Adopting permanent rules for the House of Representatives, further providing for definitions, for order of business, for fiscal notes, for consideration of bills, for third consideration and final passage bills, for House and concurrent resolutions, for standing committees and subcommittees, for powers and duties of standing committees and subcommittees, for public hearings, for discharge of committees, for lay on the table and for previous question.

NJ HR21

Adopting permanent rules for the House of Representatives, further providing for questions of order, for supervision of Hall of the House and committee rooms, for members' and employees' expenses, for order of business, for general appropriation bill and non-preferred bills, for consideration of bills, for third consideration and final passage bills, for hospital and home appropriations or acquiring lands of the Commonwealth, for House and concurrent resolutions, for standing committees and subcommittees, for powers and duties of standing committees and subcommittees, for Committee on Rules, for discharge of committees, for lay on the table, for previous question, for members required to be present and vote and for financial interests in gaming entities, providing for vote by designation and further providing for Committee on Ethics.

NJ 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.)

NJ HR254

Amending House Rule 21(b), further providing for consideration of bills.

NJ H5007

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

NJ H5134

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.)

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