H60
Proposed Joint Rules Amendment Order
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Bill overview
This proposed joint rules amendment order, filed by Representative Galvin, seeks to establish permanent Joint Rules for the 194th Massachusetts General Court. It specifically addresses the rules governing the 2025-2026 legislative sessions. The order was reported favorably from the House Rules Committee and subsequently adopted, leading to the creation of House Bill H.2026. This action aims to standardize procedures for future legislative sessions.
Key provisions
- Establishes permanent Joint Rules.
- Governs the 2025-2026 legislative sessions.
- Was recommended for adoption by the House Rules Committee.
- Led to the creation of House Bill H.2026.
Who is affected
- The Massachusetts General Court
- Legislators
- Legislative staff
Notable changes
- Replaces temporary rules with permanent Joint Rules.
- Defines procedures for the 2025-2026 legislative session.
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Primary sponsor
William C. Galvin
Cosponsor
William C. Galvin
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Order H.60 194th (Current)
Proposed Joint Rules Amendment Order
Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. February 24, 2024.
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Sponsor: William C. Galvin
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Order History
Displaying 3 actions for Order H.60
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/24/2025 | House | Reported from the temporary committee on House Rules |
| 2/24/2025 | House | Committee recommended ought to be adopted |
| 2/24/2025 | House | Order adopted, see H2026 |
Similar Bills
H.59 194th (Current)
Proposed House Rules Amendment Order
H.2026 194th (Current)
Order relative to the adoption of permanent Joint Rules for the 194th General Court governing the 2025-2026 legislative sessions
H.2015 188th (2013 - 2014)
relative to Joint Rules governing the 2013-2014 legislative sessions
H.3326 188th (2013 - 2014)
relative to the adoption of permanent joint rules for the years 2013 and 2014
H.2016 188th (2013 - 2014)
House Order No. 2015, relative to Joint Rules governing the 2013-2014 legislative sessions, as amended by the House. January 23, 2013.
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