Creating a Tribal Relations Committee
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Bill Summary - 20LSO-0356 Bill No.: HB0212 Effective: Immediately LSO No.: 20LSO-0356 Enrolled Act No.: HEA No. 0084 Chapter No.: 99 Prime Sponsor: Management Council Catch Title: Select committee on tribal relations. Subject: Establishing a statutory select committee. Summary/Major Elements: The act establishes the Select Committee on Tribal Relations as a statutorily created entity and authorizes the Select Committee to sponsor legislation. The Select Committee on Tribal Relations already existed but was not statutorily created. If any draft legislation the Select Committee develops relates to a topic area of a joint interim committee the legislation shall be submitted to the appropriate legislative committee for comment and consideration before the joint interim committee's last scheduled interim meeting. Comments: Requires Legislative Appointments within thirty (30) days after the effective date of the act. The above summary is not an official publication of the Wyoming Legislature and is not an official statement of legislative intent. While the Legislative Service Office endeavored to provide accurate information in this summary, it should not be relied upon as a comprehensive abstract of the bill.
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Why they voted this way
The speaker requests an affirmative vote because the opposing chamber agreed to their position regarding the committee's reporting requirements after further discussion.
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Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because retaining language requiring draft legislation to go through standing committees ensures communication and broad consensus among committees, which strengthens the bill.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker urges a no vote to ensure the select committee informs standing committees about their work, which improves communication and prevents other committees from being caught by surprise on issues within their jurisdiction.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker states they will vote yes on concurrence because, as a tribal representative born and raised in the area, it is their job to ensure that voices from the reservation are heard at the table despite potential discomfort.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker asks for a no vote on concurrence because they believe requiring the select committee to report to standing committees will allow legislators time in the fall and winter to educate themselves before session begins.
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The amendment adds a requirement that any draft legislation developed by the select committee on tribal relations must be submitted to relevant legislative committees before the joint interim committee's final meeting if it covers topics within the joint interim committee’s area of focus.
The amendment removes a specific set of changes made by the Senate to HB0212.
The amendment removes language related to draft legislation developed by the select committee on tribal relations and eliminates certain provisions about the committee's duties.