The resolution adopted on January 8, 2025, establishes the Rules of the House of Delegates for the 87th Legislature, which will guide the operations during both Regular and Extraordinary Sessions. It details the election and responsibilities of key officers, including the Speaker, Clerk, Sergeant-at-Arms, and Doorkeeper, while granting the Speaker significant authority to maintain order and manage legislative proceedings. The resolution also emphasizes the rights and duties of members, including attendance, voting obligations, and decorum during debates, while outlining procedures for maintaining order and addressing disorderly conduct.

Additionally, the resolution specifies the operational framework for committees, including the types of committees, their composition, and the processes for bill management and committee meetings. It mandates that bills be referred to a single committee and outlines the structured deliberative process required before a bill can be reported to the House. The resolution also includes guidelines for the introduction and management of bills and resolutions, ensuring transparency and accountability in legislative actions. Overall, the resolution aims to create a structured, respectful, and efficient environment for legislative business within the House of Delegates.

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