The resolution introduced on January 14, 2026, proposes amendments to several House Rules governing the proceedings of the House of Delegates for the 87th Legislature. Key changes include updates to the rules on recognition and decorum during debates, which emphasize respectful address to the presiding officer and prohibit the use of demonstrative devices in the House Chamber. Additionally, the resolution outlines the process for discharging bills from committee, stipulating that a majority or two-thirds vote may be required depending on the committee's structure. It also establishes guidelines for committee meetings, including the authority of the Chair to set agendas and administer oaths to witnesses.
Further amendments address the introduction of bills, requiring that no House joint resolution or bill be introduced after the thirty-fifth day of a regular session without a two-thirds vote. The resolution mandates that fiscal notes accompany bills that affect state revenue or fiscal liability, ensuring legislators provide a plan for generating necessary revenue. It also clarifies the process for agreeing to Senate amendments and amending Senate bills, as well as the procedures for printing official copies of the House Journal. Overall, these amendments aim to enhance the legislative process and maintain order and decorum within the House.