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DE HB136
Bill
Status
5/2/2019
Primary Sponsor
Timothy Dukes
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article II of the Delaware Constitution regarding legislative session time limits.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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