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AR HJR1029
Joint Resolution
Status
4/24/2019
Primary Sponsor
Jim Sorvillo
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AI Summary
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Requires the General Assembly to meet in a regular session every year (odd-numbered years beginning second Monday in January) instead of the current biennial system with separate fiscal sessions.
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Eliminates the fiscal session held in even-numbered years on the second Monday in February that was limited to appropriation bills.
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Extends regular session duration in odd-numbered years from 60 calendar days to 75 calendar days, with extensions requiring three-fourths (rather than two-thirds) vote of both houses.
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Changes even-numbered year sessions to regular sessions with a 30-day limit and one-time extension option of up to 15 additional days (down from previous fiscal session structure).
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Becomes effective January 1, 2021, upon voter approval at the next general election and requires majority vote of electors for adoption.
Legislative Description
A Constitutional Amendment To Require That The General Assembly Meet Each Year In A Regular Session.
Last Action
Died on House Calendar at Sine Die Adjournment
4/24/2019