Automatic Rule Changes During the Last Days of Session
by Julie Pelegrin (A previous version of this article was posted on April 30, 2015, as “The Race is On to the End of the Session: Automatic Rule Changes Pick […]
Legislative Rules
Tribute, Resolution, or Memorial – Making the Right Choice
By Patti Dahlberg When legislators wish to show support for individuals or groups, make public statements about issues or concerns, or ask Congress to take action on a matter, they […]
2017 Bill Request Deadlines Quickly Approaching!
The 2016 elections are (finally!) over and the next legislative session convenes on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. Unfortunately, legislative rules and a 120- day session do not allow new and […]
Do-overs in the Legislative Process
by Julie Pelegrin A recent LegiSource article explained the rules for reconsideration that allow a committee of reference or the House or the Senate to reconsider the vote taken on […]
The Four Ws and One H of Reconsideration of a Previous Vote
by Sharon Eubanks The definition of “reconsider” pretty much sums up what reconsideration is all about – “to consider again, especially with a view to change a decision or action.” […]