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DE HB136

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/2/2019

Primary Sponsor

Timothy Dukes

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Origin

House of Representatives

150th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article II of the Delaware Constitution regarding legislative session time limits.

  • Changes the deadline for regular sessions from midnight June 30 to 7:00 p.m. on the last day of June, unless the Governor or presiding officers recall the session.

  • Requires recalled special sessions to adjourn or recess no later than 11:59 p.m. on June 30, unless a two-thirds vote of both Houses provides otherwise.

  • Prohibits special sessions from being called to order before 9:00 a.m. or adjourned later than 9:00 p.m. on any calendar day, except by two-thirds resolution of both Houses.

  • Aims to ensure legislative business occurs at reasonable times to enable public monitoring and participation in the legislative process.

Legislative Description

An Act Proposing An Amendment To Article Ii Of The Delaware Constitution Relating To Limitations On The Time And Frequency Of Sessions.

Last Action

Introduced and Assigned to Administration Committee in House

5/2/2019

Committee Referrals

Administration5/2/2019

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