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MO SB68

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/17/2011

Primary Sponsor

John Diehl

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces section 21.400, RSMo, relating to subpoenas issued by the General Assembly
  • Expands subpoena authority to explicitly include "the production of records" in addition to witness testimony
  • Changes authorization from "either house" to specify that any member of the Senate or House of Representatives may request subpoenas
  • Maintains existing procedures requiring subpoenas to be signed by the president pro tem or speaker, attested by the secretary or chief clerk, and executed by the sergeant at arms or special messenger
  • Preserves authority for the party accused and committee members to request subpoenas

Legislative Description

Authorizes the issuance of subpoenas for the production of records by the General Assembly

Last Action

Signed by Governor

6/17/2011

Committee Referrals

General Laws2/15/2011
Governmental Accountability1/20/2011

Full Bill Text

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