HR164 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

House of Representatives, Consent Calendar

Summary

HB260 would allow the School of Fine Arts to use an executive committee to transact business in lieu of a full quorum.

What This Bill Does

It would amend Sec. 16-26B-6 to authorize selecting an executive committee to conduct business when a quorum is not available. Bills listed on the House Consent Calendar are considered on a designated day and may not be amended, substituted, debated, or carried over. Members may file objections by the 17th legislative day if they oppose the bill.

Who It Affects

• The School of Fine Arts would gain authority to appoint an executive committee to transact business without requiring a full quorum.
• Members of the Alabama House of Representatives would be affected by consent calendar rules, as HB260 (and other items on the calendar) could not be amended, substituted, debated, or carried over, and objections must be filed by the 17th day.

Key Provisions

• Amends Sec. 16-26B-6 to authorize selecting an executive committee to transact business in lieu of a quorum for the School of Fine Arts.
• Bills listed on the House Consent Calendar may not be amended, substituted, or debated, and may not be carried over.
• Consent Calendar items are scheduled for the 18th legislative day or later, and members have until adjournment on the 17th legislative day to file objections.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative