This amendment would allow the Lt. Governor to become "Governor" rather than "Acting Governor" if the Governor leaves office permanently (either by death, resignation, or removal).  If that happens, it would also allow the new Governor … [Read more...]

Up to calendar no. 15, which also deals with absentee voting.  I'm not sure exactly why there are two amendments dealing with the same subject, especially since one of them has already been advanced to the next session.UPDATE: and … [Read more...]

The joint session is quickly rejecting an amendment that would re-establish and revamp county government.  Next up is an amendment that has been recommended for passage that would create a procedure to keep government operating in the … [Read more...]

This would require all judges to appear on the ballot for a "certification" election after six years, where they'd have to receive a majority vote to stay on the bench.  Like I said, bad idea.UPDATE: After far more "debate" (in which … [Read more...]

Wake me when it's over ...UPDATE: OK, it's over.  The amendment failed by a vote of 0-194.  Funny, I could swear I heard a few people vote "yes." … [Read more...]

We're rolling.  A motion by Rep. Travis to advance gay marriage to the top of the calendar was rejected.  They're now voting on the first item on the calendar, which would move toward "no excuse" absentee voting -- a good … [Read more...]