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MS HB27

Bill

Status

Failed

3/3/2015

Primary Sponsor

Scott DeLano

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes city councils in municipalities with populations of 40,000 or more to appoint additional staff to assist the council in carrying out its functions

  • Requires councils in cities of 40,000+ to appoint their own clerical staff, who shall be directed solely by the council rather than through the mayor

  • Clarifies that council members may not give orders to municipal employees other than the council's own staff

  • Specifies that the council shall deal with municipal departments and personnel solely through the mayor, except for the council's own staff

  • Effective date of July 1, 2015

Legislative Description

City councils in cities with populations of 40,000 or more; authorize to hire additional staff.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/3/2015

Committee Referrals

Municipalities2/9/2015
Municipalities1/6/2015

Full Bill Text

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