Adjourning sine die 2022 regular session of Eighty-first Legislative Assembly.
The adoption of SCR203 indicates that the legislative session has concluded for the year, which has implications for pending legislation and the operational continuity of the Oregon Legislature. By adjourning sine die, the legislature effectively halts all activities and discussions until the next scheduled session, which could impact ongoing conversations and legislative initiatives that need to be addressed in the future.
Senate Concurrent Resolution 203 (SCR203) was introduced during the 2022 Regular Session of the Oregon Legislative Assembly. This resolution serves to formally adjourn the sessions of both the Senate and House of Representatives sine die, which is a Latin term meaning 'without assigning a day for a further meeting or hearing.' The resolution is essentially a procedural matter that signals the conclusion of the legislative business for that session.
While the resolution itself is typically a routine process, it reflects the end of the legislative priorities for that year, which may include unresolved issues or bills that did not make it through the legislative process. Notably, there are often discussions among members about the effectiveness of the session, the bills that were passed, and those that were left pending, which can sometimes lead to contention.
SCR203 was adopted by the Senate and House on March 4, 2022, with a vote count of 51 yeas and only 2 nays in the House. This overwhelming support suggests a consensus among legislators about adjourning the session.