Louisiana 2020 1st Special Session

Louisiana House Bill HR20

Introduced
6/11/20  
Refer
6/15/20  
Refer
6/15/20  
Report Pass
6/16/20  
Report Pass
6/16/20  
Passed
6/22/20  

Caption

Provides relative to conference committee reports

Impact

The modifications proposed in HR20 are designed to streamline the legislative process concerning conference committee reports. By confirming the privilege status of these reports and outlining the voting requirements for their consideration, the resolution seeks to facilitate quicker decision-making. This could significantly influence the legislative schedule, especially at the close of sessions when time constraints are prevalent. The bill is expected to improve how legislative bodies navigate competing amendments and expedite the reconciliation of different legislative views.

Summary

House Resolution 20, introduced by Representative Mincey, proposes amendments to the House Rules, specifically Rule 8.21, regarding the consideration of conference committee reports. The resolution aims to clarify the procedural aspects involved in the consideration of these reports, which are significant as they address differences between the Senate and House on legislative amendments. The bill establishes parameters under which conference committee reports can be considered, particularly during the final hours of a legislative session, enhancing the legislative efficiency and ensuring the smooth operation of House proceedings.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment surrounding HR20 appears to be supportive, with bipartisan acknowledgment of the need for effective legislative procedures. Members of the House expressed the importance of adapting rules to enhance legislative function and accommodate urgent decision-making needs. However, there may be reservations regarding the implications for transparency and how the expedited processes could affect thorough deliberation and public engagement during the final hours of sessions.

Contention

While the resolution seems aimed at improving legislative efficiency, some members may argue against the expediency of decision-making on important legislative matters. Concerns centered on whether the proposed changes might limit debate or scrutiny of significant reports within constrained timeframes could arise. Additionally, the dichotomy between maintaining thorough legislative processes and allowing for efficient governance could elicit discussions on accountability within the House.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA A11014

Provides for the appointment of a standing committee on conference to resolve differences between similar, but not identical bills and resolutions; provides that such committee may refer bills and resolutions to sub-committees for disposition; provides for appointment of a non-partisan counsel to make referrals to such standing committee on similar bills and resolutions.

LA HB2835

Landlord tenant; settlement conferences

LA HB2963

landlord tenant; settlement conferences

LA HR1

Adopting permanent rules for the House of Representatives, further providing for definitions, for order of business, for fiscal notes, for consideration of bills, for third consideration and final passage bills, for House and concurrent resolutions, for standing committees and subcommittees, for powers and duties of standing committees and subcommittees, for public hearings, for discharge of committees, for lay on the table and for previous question.

LA HR1514

Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 40.

LA HR8

Changes provisions of the Rules relative to the vouchered allotment for members of the House of Representatives set by the House Executive Committee

LA SR713

Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 40.

LA SB405

relative to amounts reported by political committees.

LA S1431

Makes various changes to reporting requirements for independent expenditure committees.

LA HR1495

Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2308.

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