Bill > HB1746

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment that would change the nature of Pennsylvania's General Assembly from a "continuing body" to a "part-time body" with more specific session guidelines. Under the proposed amendment, the General Assembly would meet at noon on the first Tuesday after the first Monday of January each year and must conclude its business by the last day of March, unless a special session is called. Special sessions can be initiated in two ways: either by the Governor on petition from a majority of elected members in each legislative house, or by the Governor when he believes public interest requires it. The bill also outlines the process for advancing the constitutional amendment, which includes two passages by the General Assembly, followed by advertising and submission to qualified voters at the first eligible general or municipal election. This change would significantly alter the operational structure of Pennsylvania's legislative sessions, potentially limiting the time lawmakers can spend in session each year.

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