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Citizen Portal News Arizona

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1 week ago

Senate reconsiders and passes House Bill 2874, stripping emergency clause The Arizona Senate voted to reconsider and then passed House Bill 2874 on reconsideration, removing its emergency clause by a 16–12 tally; the bill concerns rules on campaign contributions and expenses and drew objections over the need for an emergency designation.

The Arizona Senate has taken a dramatic turn, passing House Bill 2874 while stripping it of its emergency clause, igniting fierce debate over campaign rules!

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Citizen Portal News Georgia

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1 month ago

Committee approves multiple procedural motions and sets calendar for several House bills The committee approved a series of motions to recommit bills back to committee and set the day's calendar, moving many bills (including HB 541, HB 943, HB 964 and others) onto today s docket; motions were moved and seconded and no recorded opposition was announced in the transcript.

In a flurry of activity, the committee has just moved multiple House bills back to their originating committees, setting the stage for future debates and decisions!

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Citizen Portal News US

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2 months ago

Rep. H. Morgan Griffith named speaker pro tempore in Jan. 30 communication from Speaker Mike Johnson A communication dated Jan. 30, 2026, from Speaker Mike Johnson appointed Rep. H. Morgan Griffith to serve as speaker pro tempore for the day; the House approved the previous day’s journal, heard a prayer from Chaplain Kibben, recited the Pledge of Allegiance and adjourned until Feb. 2, 2026.

Representative H. Morgan Griffith stepped up as speaker pro tempore in a swift House session this week, marking a significant moment in the chamber's proceedings.

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Citizen Portal News Pennsylvania

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2 months ago

Committee advances bill to expand Access to Justice fee deposits and shift magisterial costs to a computer account House Bill 331, which would expand fees deposited into the Access to Justice account, redirect certain magisterial district judge costs to a judicial computer-system account and increase funding for special court judges, passed the Appropriations Committee on a roll-call and was referred to the House floor.

House Bill 331 has just passed the House Appropriations Committee, paving the way for increased funding aimed at enhancing access to justice in Pennsylvania!

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Citizen Portal News California

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2 months ago

Assembly grants unanimous consent to re-refer multiple bills and suspends rules for governor's guests During a joint convention on Sept. 12, the Assembly agreed without objection to multiple unanimous-consent requests from Majority Leader Agar Curry to suspend rules for guests and re-refer a batch of AB files to alternate committees and notice hearings, and later moved to adjourn the House.

The California Assembly has taken swift action by granting unanimous consent to re-refer multiple bills and open the floor for guests—what does this mean for upcoming legislation?

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6 months ago

Senate Special Session Recessed After Concerns Over Live Stream Monitoring Senator Loh raises point of order about live streaming monitors being turned off.

Senator Loh's bold stand on transparency raises eyebrows as live streaming monitors go dark for the first time in decades during the Guam Legislature's special session.

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8 months ago

Legislature Adjourns Until 4PM for Continued Recess Legislature announces recess until 4PM today during ongoing session.

The 38th Guam Legislature kicked off its regular session but quickly hit pause, signaling a strategic recess until 4 PM to gear up for critical discussions ahead.

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Citizen Portal News Pennsylvania

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9 months ago

Pennsylvania House adjourns until June 23 with new committee appointments House session concludes with bill referrals and appointments for Intergovernmental Affairs Committee.

The Pennsylvania House wrapped up a pivotal session filled with new committee appointments and strategic bill referrals, all while celebrating a member's birthday!

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10 months ago

Guam legislature continues session past deadline for Port Authority lease amendments Legislature moves forward with Port Authority lease payment discussions despite 10PM deadline.

The Guam Legislature boldly extended its session past the 10 PM deadline to tackle crucial amendments for the Port Authority, igniting a debate on legislative authority and procedural rules.

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Citizen Portal News Texas

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10 months ago

Texas House debates historic $8.5B investment in public education funding House Bill 2 proposes largest funding increase for Texas public education amid significant discussions.

Texas lawmakers are on the brink of a historic $8.5 billion investment in public education, aiming to transform the future of learning across the state.

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Citizen Portal News Vermont

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10 months ago

House Energy and Digital Infrastructure adjourns after executive session House committee concludes executive session with adjournment announcement

Vermont's House Energy and Digital Infrastructure committee wrapped up a mysterious meeting after an executive session—what decisions were made behind closed doors?

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Citizen Portal News Oregon

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10 months ago

Senate declares adoption of SCR 5 celebrates Colts' undefeated season Senate adopts SCR 5 congratulating Colts on their near-perfect season.

Oregon's Legislature kicks off with a spirited celebration of the undefeated Colts, blending sports pride with legislative progress!

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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11 months ago

Ways and Means Committee approves minutes and advances House file 2442 Committee approves April 30 minutes and moves House file 2442 to General Register.

The Minnesota House Ways and Means Committee just made waves by swiftly advancing House File 2442 while leaving labor discussions in limbo—what's next for the workforce finance agenda?

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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11 months ago

Minnesota House begins session with national anthem and journal approval Minnesota House approves previous day’s journal and begins session with national anthem.

The Minnesota House kicked off its session with an inspiring invocation from a master shaman, setting the stage for a day of tradition and legislative efficiency.

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Citizen Portal News West Virginia

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11 months ago

Senate debates amendment rules amid points of order disruptions Senate members discuss amendment filing rules during contentious floor session.

Tensions flared in the West Virginia Senate as lawmakers clashed over amendment rules, revealing deep divides in procedural policy.

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Citizen Portal News Kansas

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1 year ago

Gordon Self outlines Kansas House expulsion and censure procedures to committee members Gordon Self reviews Kansas House rules for member misconduct procedures during committee meeting

Tensions rise in Kansas as the House Select Investigating Committee tackles the serious business of member misconduct and the rules that govern it.

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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1 year ago

Minnesota House conducts session and adjourns until March 12 2025 Minnesota House approves journal and adjourns until March 12 2025.

The Minnesota House of Representatives kicked off their March session with a focus on upcoming bills and community events that could shape the state's future!

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Citizen Portal News Massachusetts

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1 year ago

Senate adopts resolution honoring Patricia Haddad and schedules next session Senate passes resolution recognizing Patricia Haddad and adjourns to meet next Monday.

The Massachusetts State Senate honors the legacy of Representative Patricia A. Haddad with a unanimous resolution as they prepare for their next session.

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Citizen Portal News Kansas

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1 year ago

Committee debates adequacy of meeting notice for bill vote Committee discusses timeliness and clarity of email notification for bill voting procedures.

The Kansas House Committee is grappling with the fine line between urgent legislative action and the need for proper notice—did a hurried email undermine transparency in our democracy?

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