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Introduced
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
In Committee
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the General Assembly Organization Act. Provides that any amendment to a bill that is introduced in either the House of Representatives or the Senate must be germane to the title of the introduced bill. Provides that any amendment that is not germane to the title of the introduced bill shall not be considered for adoption by the house of the General Assembly in which the amendment is offered for consideration. Provides that any member of the house of the General Assembly in which the amendment is offered for consideration may object to the introduction of the amendment as not being germane to the title of the introduced bill. Provides that if such an objection is made, the question of germaneness shall be presented to the respective house for consideration. Provides that if at least a majority of the members voting on the question determine that the amendment is germane to the title of the introduced bill, then the amendment may be considered by that house. Provides that if less than a majority of the members voting on the question determine that the amendment is germane to the title of the bill, the amendment shall not be considered by that house.
AI Summary
This bill amends the General Assembly Organization Act by introducing a new requirement for amendments to legislative bills. Under this legislation, any amendment proposed in either the House of Representatives or the Senate must be "germane" (directly related or relevant) to the original bill's title. If a member believes an amendment is not germane, they can raise an objection, which will then be put to a vote by the entire legislative body. For an amendment to be considered, at least a majority of voting members must determine that it is germane to the bill's title. If less than a majority vote that the amendment is germane, the amendment will be rejected and not considered further. This provision aims to ensure that amendments are closely connected to the original intent and subject matter of the bill, preventing unrelated legislative additions and promoting more focused and transparent lawmaking.
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/06/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2819&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB2819.htm |
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