Proposed Joint Rules for the Senate and House of Representatives for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes the Joint Rules for the Massachusetts Senate and House of Representatives governing the 2025-2026 legislative session. The Temporary Committee on Rules developed these rules, which were then reviewed and amended through multiple votes in the Senate. The amendments adopted during the Senate review process shape the procedures and processes for the upcoming legislative session.
Key provisions
- The bill establishes the rules for the 2025-2026 legislative session.
- Amendments were proposed and voted upon by the Senate.
- Amendment #26, proposed by Keenan, was adopted.
- Numerous amendments were rejected by the Senate.
Who is affected
- Members of the Massachusetts Senate
- Members of the Massachusetts House of Representatives
- Legislative staff
- Legislators' committees
- The public (as the rules govern the legislative process)
Notable changes
- The bill outlines specific procedures for legislative debate and voting.
- Amendments were considered and voted upon, impacting the final rules.
- Amendment #26 was adopted, likely changing a specific rule.
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Primary sponsor
Temporary Senate Committee on Rules
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