A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for sessions.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes an amendment to the Pennsylvania Constitution regarding the structure and calling of General Assembly sessions. Specifically, it clarifies that the General Assembly is a continuing body and establishes a regular session date. It also outlines the process for calling special sessions, notably requiring the Governor to call a special session if a state budget is not enacted by the end of the fiscal year.
Key provisions
- The General Assembly is a continuing body.
- Regular sessions will be held on the first Tuesday of January each year.
- Special sessions can be called by the Governor on petition or when deemed necessary for the public interest.
- A special session is required if a general appropriation bill isn't enacted by the end of the fiscal year.
Who is affected
- The General Assembly
- Pennsylvania Citizens
- The Governor
- Legislative Committees
- Qualified Electors
Notable changes
- Specifies a requirement for the Governor to call a special session if the state budget is not enacted on time.
- Clarifies the ongoing nature of the General Assembly.
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- Pn 3355 Html
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Danielle Friel Otten
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