H.R. 225 Summary

• Authorizes the Speaker of the House to expend funds appropriated for legislative expenses of the Thirtieth Legislature during the 2019-2020 interim period.

• Empowers the Speaker to contract, hire, or employ personnel for post-session work demands and approve employment of individuals prior to the 2020 Regular Session.

• Grants the Speaker authority to establish and direct standing, interim, and special committees, including holding hearings, determining committee membership, issuing subpoenas, and authorizing expenditures.

• Requires committees to submit full reports of their activities, findings, and recommendations to the Legislature within ten days after convening the 2020 Regular Session.

• Authorizes the Speaker to approve the House Journal through the 60th session day, with all interim authority extending through January 15, 2020.