The Kansas Legislature has adjourned its 2016 session sine die today, June 1, 2016. Following a decision by the state’s Supreme Court disapproving of how funding is distributed among public schools, many were expecting lawmakers to take action during its […]
The Kansas Legislature has adjourned its 2016 session sine die today, June 1, 2016.
Following a decision by the state’s Supreme Court disapproving of how funding is distributed among public schools, many were expecting lawmakers to take action during its typically ceremonial session. Senate leaders, however, blocked any consideration of a school funding bill, causing both houses to adjourn the session.
Gov. Sam Brownback will now have to call a special session if any changes will be made prior to a court-imposed deadline of June 30. Many Republican senators, however, are pledging to defy the court’s ruling.
Photo of the dome of the Kansas State Capitol by Aviper2k7 on Wikimedia Commons.
May 31, 2016 •
Oklahoma Legislature Adjourns Sine Die
The second regular session of the 55th Oklahoma Legislature adjourned sine die on Friday, May 27. Prior to adjournment, lawmakers addressed the growing budget deficit and passed a budget, but failed to pass health care reform legislation or approve an […]
The second regular session of the 55th Oklahoma Legislature adjourned sine die on Friday, May 27.
Prior to adjournment, lawmakers addressed the growing budget deficit and passed a budget, but failed to pass health care reform legislation or approve an increase on cigarette tax.
House Democrats say they would have supported the cigarette tax if Republicans had supported health care expansion.
May 2, 2016 •
Maine Legislature Adjourns Sine Die
The second regular session of the 127th Legislature adjourned sine die April 29, 2016. The statutory adjournment date was April 20, 2016; however, the Legislature spent an additional nine days in session. Legislators successfully overturned 20 of the 30 vetoes […]
The second regular session of the 127th Legislature adjourned sine die April 29, 2016.
The statutory adjournment date was April 20, 2016; however, the Legislature spent an additional nine days in session.
Legislators successfully overturned 20 of the 30 vetoes by Gov. Paul LePage.
Photo of the Maine State House by Albany NY on Wikimedia Commons.
April 21, 2016 •
Mississippi Legislature Adjourns Session Early
The Mississippi Legislature has adjourned its 2016 legislative session sine die today, April 21, 2016. The Senate concluded its session yesterday, but a House member held a bill on a motion to reconsider, forcing the House to convene once more. […]
The Mississippi Legislature has adjourned its 2016 legislative session sine die today, April 21, 2016. The Senate concluded its session yesterday, but a House member held a bill on a motion to reconsider, forcing the House to convene once more.
The adjournment comes several days early, having originally been planned for April 24.
Photo of the Mississippi State Capitol by Shawn Lea on Wikimedia Commons.
March 11, 2016 •
Indiana General Assembly Adjourns Sine Die
The Indiana General Assembly adjourned its 2016 season sine die on March 10. Gov. Mike Pence has until March 17 to take action on any bills presented to him. In Indiana, if no action is taken within seven days of […]
The Indiana General Assembly adjourned its 2016 season sine die on March 10. Gov. Mike Pence has until March 17 to take action on any bills presented to him.
In Indiana, if no action is taken within seven days of presentment, bills automatically become law.
Photo of the Indiana Statehouse by HstryQT on Wikimedia Commons.
March 10, 2016 •
Louisiana Special Session Adjourns
On March 9, the Louisiana Legislature adjourned its special session sine die. Gov. John Bel Edwards had called the special session of the Legislature to convene on February 14 for the purpose of focusing on fiscal issues concerning the state. […]
On March 9, the Louisiana Legislature adjourned its special session sine die. Gov. John Bel Edwards had called the special session of the Legislature to convene on February 14 for the purpose of focusing on fiscal issues concerning the state.
The regular session of the Legislature is scheduled to begin on March 14.
November 6, 2015 •
Alaska State Legislature Adjourns Special Session
The 3rd special session of the 29th Alaska State Legislature adjourned sine die on Thursday, November 5. Lawmakers approved a $160 million spending bill for the state’s natural gas pipeline. Construction is still years away, but the money will allow […]
The 3rd special session of the 29th Alaska State Legislature adjourned sine die on Thursday, November 5. Lawmakers approved a $160 million spending bill for the state’s natural gas pipeline. Construction is still years away, but the money will allow study and planning for the pipeline to continue. Ultimately, if approved, the pipeline project could require a $15 billion investment from the state.
Photo of the Alaska State Capitol by Jay Galvin on Wikimedia Commons.
July 17, 2015 •
Maine Legislature Adjourns Sine Die
The Maine Legislature adjourned the first session of the 127th Legislature sine dine Thursday, July 16, 2015. The session was marked by controversy, including an historic number of vetoes issued by Gov. Paul LePage. The governor acknowledged many of the […]
The Maine Legislature adjourned the first session of the 127th Legislature sine dine Thursday, July 16, 2015.
The session was marked by controversy, including an historic number of vetoes issued by Gov. Paul LePage. The governor acknowledged many of the vetoes were retaliatory after legislators rejected most of his policy initiatives.
June 4, 2015 •
Connecticut Legislature Adjourns; Special Session Likely
The General Assembly adjourned sine die on June 3, 2015, shortly before its midnight deadline. Both chambers voted to return for a special session, however, to finish work on bills related to the budget. A date for the special session […]
The General Assembly adjourned sine die on June 3, 2015, shortly before its midnight deadline.
Both chambers voted to return for a special session, however, to finish work on bills related to the budget.
A date for the special session has not yet been set.
June 2, 2015 •
Nevada Legislature Adjourned Sine Die
The 2015 78th Regular Session of the Nevada Legislature adjourned sine die on June 1, 2015. Once the governor receives any remaining bills passed by the Legislature, he has 10 days to veto or sign the legislation. Photo of the […]
The 2015 78th Regular Session of the Nevada Legislature adjourned sine die on June 1, 2015. Once the governor receives any remaining bills passed by the Legislature, he has 10 days to veto or sign the legislation.
Photo of the Nevada Legislative Building by Ryan Jerz on Wikimedia Commons.
June 1, 2015 •
Texas Legislature Adjourns Sine Die
Today the Legislature adjourned sine die. Gov. Greg Abbott has 20 days after transmittal of bills sent at the end of the session to sign or veto the legislation. If the governor does not act on a bill, it becomes […]
Today the Legislature adjourned sine die. Gov. Greg Abbott has 20 days after transmittal of bills sent at the end of the session to sign or veto the legislation. If the governor does not act on a bill, it becomes law.
May 27, 2015 •
Oklahoma Legislature Adjourns Sine Die
The First Regular Session of the 55th Oklahoma Legislature adjourned sine die on May 22, 2015, one week ahead of its scheduled deadline. The Second Session will convene on February 1, 2016. Photo of the Oklahoma State Capitol by Caleb […]
The First Regular Session of the 55th Oklahoma Legislature adjourned sine die on May 22, 2015, one week ahead of its scheduled deadline.
The Second Session will convene on February 1, 2016.
Photo of the Oklahoma State Capitol by Caleb Long on Wikimedia Commons.
May 11, 2015 •
Hawaii Legislature Adjourns Sine Die
The 28th Hawaii State Legislature adjourned sine die on May 7, 2015. Lawmakers passed a range of bills this year, including a 100 percent renewable energy goal for the state and a bill to establish a system of statewide medical […]
The 28th Hawaii State Legislature adjourned sine die on May 7, 2015.
Lawmakers passed a range of bills this year, including a 100 percent renewable energy goal for the state and a bill to establish a system of statewide medical marijuana dispensaries by next summer.
The legislature is expected to reconvene next January.
April 30, 2015 •
Indiana General Assembly Adjourns Sine Die
The 119th Indiana General Assembly adjourned its first regular session sine die on Wednesday, April 29. Lawmakers worked until the final minutes to shift authority over education policy matters and to pass a new two-year state budget. Despite its many […]
The 119th Indiana General Assembly adjourned its first regular session sine die on Wednesday, April 29. Lawmakers worked until the final minutes to shift authority over education policy matters and to pass a new two-year state budget.
Despite its many successes, however, the session will perhaps best be remembered for the March 26 signing of the controversial Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
Photo of the Indiana Statehouse by HstryQT on Wikimedia Commons.
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