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HR 4
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution establishes the standing rules for the California Assembly for the 2025-2026 Regular Session. It outlines the organization of the Assembly, including the roles of general officers, the procedures for legislative meetings and quorum, and the structure of standing committees. The rules also address matters such as the adoption of rules, suspension of rules, amending standing rules, and the operation of committees like the Committee on Rules and the Assembly General Research Committee.
Key provisions
- Defines the roles and responsibilities of Assembly general officers, including the Speaker, Speaker pro Tempore, and Chief Clerk.
- Establishes procedures for convening sessions, calling the Assembly to order, and determining a quorum.
- Details the structure of 32 standing committees covering various subjects.
- Outlines rules for adopting, suspending, and amending standing rules.
- Specifies rules regarding open meetings and closed sessions, including requirements for notice and justification.
- Describes the operation of the Committee on Rules, its powers, and responsibilities.
- Details procedures for committee investigations, including the use of subpoenas and the handling of expenses.
- Establishes guidelines for Assembly employees, including ethics requirements.
Who is affected
- Members of the California Assembly
- Legislative staff
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