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This resolution adopts the House Rules for the 104th General Assembly of the Illinois House of Representatives. The resolution establishes comprehensive rules governing the organization, conduct, and procedures of the House, covering key areas such as: 1. Election and duties of leadership positions like the Speaker and Minority Leader, specifying their powers and responsibilities in detail. 2. Committee structure and processes, including the creation of standing and special committees, rules for committee hearings, and procedures for legislative measures. 3. Procedures for introducing, considering, and voting on bills and resolutions, including debate rules, amendment processes, and voting requirements. 4. Detailed protocols for handling vetoes, conference committee reports, and joint legislative actions. 5. Disciplinary procedures for members, including processes for investigating and potentially disciplining members for misconduct. 6. Provisions for election contests and qualifications challenges for House members. 7. Parliamentary rules and definitions of key terms used throughout the document. The rules are designed to provide a structured framework for conducting the business of the Illinois House of Representatives, ensuring orderly legislative processes, protecting members' rights, and establishing clear guidelines for legislative action. They cover everything from daily operations and committee work to more complex procedures like veto overrides and disciplinary proceedings.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=15&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104