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New Jersey Senate Bill SR77
New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session
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New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill SR77

Introduced
3/24/22  

Caption

Requires House consideration of certain bills or resolutions designated by Minority Leader.

Impact

The impact of SR77 could be significant on the legislative framework of the state. By allowing the Minority Leader to designate bills for prioritization, it creates a mechanism for minority viewpoints to gain visibility and consideration on the Senate floor. This resolution could potentially alter the balance of power in legislative discussions, as it empowers the minority party to push certain initiatives that might otherwise be overlooked during busy legislative sessions. Additionally, this could pave the way for increased collaboration between majority and minority members in the Senate.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 77 aims to amend the existing Senate Rule 17:7 to require the consideration of certain bills or resolutions designated by the Minority Leader. Under this resolution, the Minority Leader will be able to designate three specific bills or resolutions for consideration for final passage during each two-year legislative session, provided that they have substantial support, requiring a minimum of 16 Senate sponsors. This change is intended to enhance the legislative process by ensuring that minority opinions can be expressed through the designated bills, thus promoting a more inclusive approach to law-making in the Senate.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the parameters set for the bills to be designated. Critics might argue that requiring at least 16 Senate sponsors for a bill to be considered for designation could create hurdles for less popular but important legislative initiatives. Additionally, there could be discussions about the implications of the rule changes on the legislative schedule, as the prioritization of designated bills may conflict with other pressing legislative matters that require attention. Overall, the effectiveness of SR77 will depend on how well it is received by both the majority and minority parties and how it influences the legislative process going forward.

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NJ SR9

A Senate resolution naming a Majority Leader and a Minority Leader

NJ HR1574

Hugley, House Minority Leader Carolyn Fleming; historic leadership and enduring legacy of service; recognize

NJ HR1

Amending The Majority Caucus Leadership, Minority Caucus Leadership, And Chairs, Vice Chairs, And Members Of The Standing Committees Of The House Of Representatives Of The Thirty-third Legislature.

NJ SR384

A resolution authorizing the Majority Leader to move to proceed to the en bloc consideration of certain nominations.

NJ HCR1

This concurrent resolution authorizes Congress to assemble at a place outside Washington, DC, during the 119th Congress if the Speaker of the House and the Senate Majority Leader agree that it is in the public interest. The concurrent resolution provides that the Speaker of the House and the Senate Majority Leader shall act jointly after consultation with the House and Senate Minority Leaders.

NJ 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.

NJ SJR0358

A RESOLUTION to commend Kilyn Booker, Minority Leader of the 2025 Intern Mock Session.

NJ HR172

Relative to the election of the minority leader, the assistant minority leader, and the minority whip for the 136th General Assembly of Ohio.

NJ SR379

A resolution amending the Standing Rules of the Senate to authorize the Majority Leader to move to proceed to the en bloc consideration of certain nominations.

NJ SB1216

An act to amend Sections 65583, 65585, and 65585.03 of, and to add Section 65589.10 to, the Government Code, relating to housing. An act to amend the Budget Act of 2026 by amending Section 15.14 of that act, relating to the state budget, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, budget bill.

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