This resolution modifies Senate rules.
This resolution:
- defines "minority leader" and "minority party";
- addresses rules and procedures that apply to an extraordinary session;
- clarifies the dates on which the Senate convenes;
- clarifies the rules that apply to a guest who accompanies a senator on the Senate floor;
- clarifies procedures related to a Senate executive office confirmation committee;
- clarifies when the presiding officer may speak to a point of order;
- modifies the procedure for legislation on the consent calendar;
- modifies the rules that do not apply during a committee of the whole; and
- makes technical and conforming changes.
Recommended by: Legislative Process Committee