April 3, 2020 •
Oklahoma Governor Calls Special Legislative Session
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Oklahoma Capitol Building
Oklahoma legislators will head back to the Capitol on April 6 for a special legislative session to confirm Gov. Kevin Stitt’s declaration of a statewide health emergency due to COVID-19. Lawmakers are in the middle of the legislative session, but […]
Oklahoma legislators will head back to the Capitol on April 6 for a special legislative session to confirm Gov. Kevin Stitt’s declaration of a statewide health emergency due to COVID-19.
Lawmakers are in the middle of the legislative session, but they cleared out of the state Capitol as the COVID-19 outbreak ramped up.
The Legislature is constitutionally required to adjourn by 5 p.m. on May 29.
Legislators have not yet set a date to return to pass a state budget and any other legislative priorities.
April 1, 2020 •
Alabama Legislature Suspends Legislative Session
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Alabama State Capitol Building
After reconvening from the scheduled spring break, the Alabama Legislature has decided to suspend the legislative session. The session is suspended as of March 31, due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic. Upon reconvening on April 28, the Legislature will […]
After reconvening from the scheduled spring break, the Alabama Legislature has decided to suspend the legislative session.
The session is suspended as of March 31, due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic.
Upon reconvening on April 28, the Legislature will have until May 18 to complete any pending legislation.
Legislation includes the constitutionally mandated budget bill for the fiscal year starting on October 1.
March 31, 2020 •
Lawmakers in Newfoundland and Labrador Adjourn
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Confederation Building, Newfoundland, CA - by shhewitt
On March 26, the General Assembly of Newfoundland and Labrador agreed to adjourn parliamentary business until an unspecified future date. The adjournment is in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The legislature will remain adjourned until the call of the Chair, […]
On March 26, the General Assembly of Newfoundland and Labrador agreed to adjourn parliamentary business until an unspecified future date.
The adjournment is in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The legislature will remain adjourned until the call of the Chair, the procedure for recalling lawmakers into session.
March 31, 2020 •
Yukon Legislature to Convene October 1
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Yukon Legislature - by Own Work
On October 1, the Yukon Legislative Assembly is scheduled to convene, having recessed in response to the coronavirus pandemic. On March 19, the legislature adjourned its Spring Session earlier than the scheduled April 16 end-of-session date, while still staying late […]
On October 1, the Yukon Legislative Assembly is scheduled to convene, having recessed in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
On March 19, the legislature adjourned its Spring Session earlier than the scheduled April 16 end-of-session date, while still staying late on its last day to complete consideration of Bill No. 203, a fiscal appropriation act for the territory.
“These are unusual times that call for unusual measures,” said Speaker Hon. Nils Clarke said in his press release.
March 30, 2020 •
New Hampshire Legislature Suspends Legislative Session
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New Hampshire State House - AlexiusHoratius
State Senate President Donna Soucy and Speaker of the House Stephen Shurtleff announced the General Court has extended the suspension of all legislative activities through May 4. During this time, the State House is closed to legislative members, legislative staff, […]
State Senate President Donna Soucy and Speaker of the House Stephen Shurtleff announced the General Court has extended the suspension of all legislative activities through May 4.
During this time, the State House is closed to legislative members, legislative staff, and visitors.
The announcement is in conjunction with Governor Chris Sununu’s emergency stay-at-home order due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns.
This does not affect lobbyist reporting.
March 30, 2020 •
Mississippi Legislature Delays Reconvening Session
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Mississippi State Capitol - by Ken Lund
Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Speaker of the House Philip Gunn have agreed to delay reconvening the 2020 legislative session. Pursuant to House Concurrent Resolution 65, the Legislature will not convene on April 1 as initial scheduled. Instead, the Legislature […]
Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Speaker of the House Philip Gunn have agreed to delay reconvening the 2020 legislative session.
Pursuant to House Concurrent Resolution 65, the Legislature will not convene on April 1 as initial scheduled.
Instead, the Legislature will reconvene on an unspecified date in the future, due to concerns about COVID-19.
The session, when reconvened, is not to exceed the limit of 125 days allotted for by the Mississippi Constitution.
March 25, 2020 •
Northern Mariana Islands Suspends Legislative Operations
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USA and Northern Mariana Islands flags - by: tata_aka_T
The Administrative Officer for the Legislative Bureau announced the suspension of legislative operations until March 30, or until further notice. The suspension in necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The Administrative Officer for the Legislative Bureau announced the suspension of legislative operations until March 30, or until further notice.
The suspension in necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
March 24, 2020 •
Guam Legislature Postpones Session Indefinitely
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Guam Congress Sign - by MosheA
Speaker of the Legislature Tina Rose Muña Barnes announced the postponement of the legislative session indefinitely to help contain the spread of COVID-19. Additionally the postponement includes the emergency session expected to convene on March 23. The purpose is to […]
Speaker of the Legislature Tina Rose Muña Barnes announced the postponement of the legislative session indefinitely to help contain the spread of COVID-19.
Additionally the postponement includes the emergency session expected to convene on March 23.
The purpose is to discuss a bill relating to an unemployment benefits program.
Finally the Legislature is exploring the possibility of holding virtual sessions for the unemployment bill and state budget.
March 19, 2020 •
Florida Legislature Adjourns 2020 Session
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Florida Capitol Building
After extending the session to complete work on several appropriations bills, the Florida Legislature adjourned sine die Thursday, March 19. During the 2020 session, the Legislature considered but failed to pass any of the proposed ethics bills. Bills include changes […]
After extending the session to complete work on several appropriations bills, the Florida Legislature adjourned sine die Thursday, March 19.
During the 2020 session, the Legislature considered but failed to pass any of the proposed ethics bills.
Bills include changes to revolving door restrictions and the establishment of a centralized local lobbyist registration system.
Additionally, this does not affect any lobbyist dates reporting.
March 18, 2020 •
Wyoming Legislature Wraps Up Legislative Session
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Wyoming Capitol - By Bradlyons
The 2020 budget session of the Wyoming Legislature adjourned sine die on March 13 after 24 days in session. The session lasted an extra four days this year because of a decision made by lawmakers last year. During the session, […]
The 2020 budget session of the Wyoming Legislature adjourned sine die on March 13 after 24 days in session.
The session lasted an extra four days this year because of a decision made by lawmakers last year.
During the session, legislators passed a bill expanding limitations on campaign contributions.
Senate File 20 expands limitations on campaign contributions from organizations to include a candidate’s campaign committee or any political party or political action committee that directly coordinates with a candidate or a candidate’s campaign committee.
The bill becomes effective July 1, 2020, and does not affect lobbyist reporting.
March 18, 2020 •
New Hampshire Legislature Extends Suspension of Legislative Session
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New Hampshire State House - AlexiusHoratius
Due to COVID-19, the New Hampshire General Court has suspended all legislative activities through April 10. During this time, the State House will be closed to legislative members, legislative staff, and visitors. This does not affect lobbyist reporting.
Due to COVID-19, the New Hampshire General Court has suspended all legislative activities through April 10.
During this time, the State House will be closed to legislative members, legislative staff, and visitors.
This does not affect lobbyist reporting.
March 18, 2020 •
Oregon Legislators Call for Special Session to Deal with Coronavirus Pandemic
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Oregon State Capitol Building
Oregon Legislatures called for a special legislative session to address the impact COVID-19 is having on the state. The special session will convene when the Legislature has an emergency response package ready for consideration. The Legislature’s Special Joint Committee on […]
Oregon Legislatures called for a special legislative session to address the impact COVID-19 is having on the state.
The special session will convene when the Legislature has an emergency response package ready for consideration.
The Legislature’s Special Joint Committee on Coronavirus Response is scheduled to hold its first meeting Wednesday, March 18 at 10 a.m.
This will not affect any lobbyist reporting.
March 17, 2020 •
The Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories Adjourns Until May
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Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories
The Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories have recessed the winter legislative session. The Assembly will be on recess until May 26 in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The legislature was recalled early from a one-week recess, met on March […]
The Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories have recessed the winter legislative session.
The Assembly will be on recess until May 26 in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The legislature was recalled early from a one-week recess, met on March 16, and decided to adjourn until May.
This will allow the cabinet and lawmakers to focus efforts on addressing the spread of the virus.
While the cabinet will continue to meet during the recess, members of the Legislative Assembly will return to their respective constituencies.
March 16, 2020 •
Lousiana Legislature Suspends Session
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Louisiana State Capitol
On March 16, the Louisiana Legislature was temporarily suspended due to COVID-19. The suspension is scheduled to be in effect until 11 a.m. on March 31. Per the constitution, the legislature is still scheduled to adjourn sine die on June […]
On March 16, the Louisiana Legislature was temporarily suspended due to COVID-19.
The suspension is scheduled to be in effect until 11 a.m. on March 31.
Per the constitution, the legislature is still scheduled to adjourn sine die on June 1.
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