HOUSE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE YEARS 2023 AND 2024 (Requires that the bill sponsor or another member of the House be present in order to formally present a bill to a committee before any testimony is taken on the bill.)
Impact
The proposed amendment is set to create a more structured legislative process by ensuring that a designated member of the House is available to introduce a bill prior to any deliberations. This effort is expected to foster accountability and improve the flow of information during committee hearings. By enforcing this rule, it places a greater responsibility on sponsors to engage with their proposals actively and ensures that committee members have direct access to the individuals responsible for the legislation.
Summary
House Bill 5015 proposes an amendment to the rules governing the House of Representatives specifically for the years 2023 and 2024. The primary focus of this resolution is to stipulate that any committee of the House can only take testimony on a bill if the bill's sponsor or another House member is present to formally present the bill to the committee. This change aims to clarify the procedural requirements for bill discussions within committees and enhance the formal presentation of legislative proposals.
Contention
Potential contention surrounding HB 5015 may arise from concerns about the practicality and implications of enforcing such a requirement, particularly for bills that are generated from emergent local issues. Although it is noted that this stipulation does not apply to town or city bills, critics may argue that this rule could hinder the legislative process, complicate the timely consideration of important issues, or create barriers for members who may be unable to attend committee sessions for multiple reasons.
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