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This resolution adopts the Rules of Procedure for the South Carolina Senate for the 2025-2026 legislative session, establishing comprehensive guidelines for the Senate's operations. The rules cover a wide range of procedural matters, including daily meeting times (typically at noon on various days), quorum requirements, committee structures, and ethical standards. Key provisions include a detailed process for committee selection, with members limited to five standing committees and requiring proportional representation of political parties. The resolution establishes an Ethics Committee with specific powers to investigate and address potential violations of ethical standards, and outlines a complex system for handling bills, resolutions, and legislative business. The rules also provide specific protocols for debates, voting, and decorum, including restrictions on personal attacks and guidelines for introducing and considering legislation. Notable features include weighted voting for local matters, a 72-hour public review requirement for budget-related bills, and extensive provisions for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the Senate's legislative process. The resolution reflects a comprehensive approach to governing the internal workings of the South Carolina Senate, balancing procedural structure with flexibility for legislative action.

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