Certain commissions established by law are advisory clarification
SF 1446 clarifies that commissions created by law for limited purposes and timeframes are purely advisory, meaning they cannot make binding decisions. This bill applies only to new commissions established on or after August 1, 2025, and does not affect existing commissions. The key provision removes any implied decision-making authority, ensuring these bodies can only provide recommendations. The change is procedural, focusing on defining the role of future commissions without altering current governance structures.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 17, 2025
Last action Feb 17, 2025
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Feb 17, 2025
Committee
Referred to State and Local Government
upper
Feb 17, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Andrew Lang
RRepublican
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