Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to rules of the two branches, acting concurrently matters
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Overview
This order authorizes the Joint Committee on Rules in the Massachusetts Senate to conduct an investigation and study of current Senate documents related to rules and procedures. Specifically, it allows the committee to examine the potential impact of the People’s Budget and to consider legislation for a Massachusetts COVID-19 Memorial. The committee will be supported by a special commission including members of the General Court.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Joint Committee on Rules to investigate current Senate documents.
- Directs the committee to evaluate the impact of the People’s Budget.
- Permits the committee to consider legislation for a Massachusetts COVID-19 Memorial.
- Allows the committee to utilize a special commission with General Court members.
- Related to rules of the two branches
Who is affected
- Massachusetts General Court
- Senate Committee on Rules
- Members of the General Court
- Massachusetts residents (through budget and memorial)
- Legislative bodies
Notable changes
- Establishes a framework for a comprehensive review of Senate rules and procedures.
- Provides a mechanism for assessing the impact of specific legislation (People’s Budget).
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Rules
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