House Resolution No. [insert number] establishes the Standing Rules for the 2025-2026 session of the House of Representatives, detailing procedures for meetings, officer duties, and member conduct. The resolution sets the House's convening date as the second Wednesday of January each year and defines a quorum as a majority of elected members. It outlines rules for access to the House floor, emphasizing order and decorum, including dress code and restrictions on electronic devices. Key officer responsibilities are defined, with the Speaker presiding over sessions, the Clerk maintaining official records, and the Sergeant at Arms ensuring safety and decorum.
Additionally, the resolution specifies the legislative process for introducing, considering, and passing bills and resolutions, requiring three readings before final passage and a majority vote for approval. It includes provisions for committee operations, public access to meetings, and the handling of motions and appeals. The resolution also addresses the introduction of various types of resolutions, public access to financial records, and the televising of House sessions. Overall, it aims to create a structured, transparent, and accountable legislative framework for the upcoming session.