MA S7

Bill

Special senate committee to review and report on citizen engagement and participation in the legislative process

Introduced
01/17/2017

In Committee
01/17/2017

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to forming a special

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special Senate committee to review and report on citizen engagement and participation in the legislative process. The committee will examine various aspects, including Senate session broadcasting, remote public access and participation, and guidelines for social media use by members and staff. The committee will consist of 7 members, including the majority and minority leaders as co-chairs, and will have the authority to consult with experts. The committee is required to file a final report by June 1, 2017, which will include recommendations to increase citizen engagement and participation, as well as any associated cost estimates.

Sponsors (1)

Bruce Tarr (R)*,

Last Action

Adopted (on 01/17/2017)

Official Document

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S7

(4 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S7
Bill	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S7.pdf

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