House Resolution No. _____ establishes the permanent rules for the House of Representatives for the Ninety-first General Assembly, incorporating key changes such as the introduction of a legislative intern program. Legislators are permitted to arrange for one intern per session, who must be registered with the chief clerk, aiming to provide practical experience for students in the legislative process. The resolution also emphasizes decorum, order, and the responsibilities of officials, while outlining rules for member conduct, electronic device usage, and access control to the chamber.
Additionally, the bill modifies various procedural rules, including the requirement for nullification resolutions to be referred to a standing committee and adjustments to deadlines for filing amendments and bills. It streamlines the reporting process for committee attendance records and mandates transparency by ensuring all standing committee meetings are open to the public and prohibiting secret ballot voting. New rules regarding motions for the previous question and the division of questions are also introduced, enhancing clarity and efficiency in legislative discussions. Overall, these amendments aim to improve the operational efficiency, accountability, and accessibility of the legislative process.