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CT HJ00033
Joint Resolution
Status
1/23/2019
Primary Sponsor
Government Administration and Elections Committee
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment limiting regular sessions of the General Assembly to 45 legislative days in duration, replacing the previous deadline structure tied to specific calendar dates.
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Requires regular sessions to adjourn on the 45th day after convening, or if that day falls on a legal holiday or weekend, on the next legislative day.
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Prohibits General Assembly members from receiving fringe benefits, including insurance, health, medical care, and retirement benefits.
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Directs the proposed amendment to be presented to voters at the general election on November 3, 2020, with ballot language asking whether the Constitution should be amended to require 45-day session limits and prohibit member fringe benefits.
Legislative Description
Resolution Proposing A State Constitutional Amendment Concerning Length Of Legislative Sessions.
Last Action
Public Hearing 03/25
3/21/2019