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MS HR35

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Failed

5/3/2012

Primary Sponsor

Omeria Scott

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends House Rule 18C to allow members to speak at the podium and have their speech telecasted when the House is not in session
  • Requires members to submit written requests to the Clerk of the House by the time the journal closes on the day before the desired speaking date, specifying the date and duration
  • Establishes that the Clerk maintains a public schedule of telecast requests and authorizes them in chronological order of submission
  • Imposes a 3-day legislative waiting period before a member can request another telecast if they fail to appear, exceed their allotted time, or are absent
  • Limits telecasts to end no later than 5:00 p.m. or when the journal closes each day, and requires speakers to maintain House decorum standards

Legislative Description

House Rules; provide procedure for member to speak at podium when House is not convened and for speech to be telecasted.

Last Action

Died In Committee

5/3/2012

Full Bill Text

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