Friday, November 22, 2024
Friday, November 22, 2024

Senate Passes Two Bills

Two bills passed the Senate today, including Senate Bill 202 which would permit the Division of Forestry to enter into stewardship contracts with U. S. Forest Service. Senate Bill 331 also passed this afternoon. This bill would provide notice and the ability to be heard during certain criminal and parole hearings to persons who have resided with a victim for at least one year prior to the crime.

Five bills were read for a second time today. One is Senate Bill 382, which deals with the registration of sex offenders. Senate Bill 167 was also read for a second time, and it would authorize counties and municipalities accept credit or check card as payment.

There were 11 bills introduced today, including Senate Bill 462which relates to domestic violence proceedings and protective orders.

The following committees will meet today:
Judiciary 3 P.M. – 208W
Education 2 P.M. – 451M
Finance 3 P.M. – 451M
Government Organization 1 P.M. – 451M

The following committees will meet tomorrow:
Labor 9 A.M. – 208W

The Senate is adjourned until 11 A.M. tomorrow.

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