HB 576 (1997): relative to anonymous political campaign literature or communications.

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HB 576 (1997)

relative to anonymous political campaign literature or communications.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1997-1998
  • House committee: Election Law
  • Subject: Elections

The Story

It was introduced on January 9, 1997 and referred to the House Election Law committee. The committee held a public hearing on February 18, 1997. The majority of the committee recommended that the House kill it unanimously, 13–0. On March 12, 1997 the House voted to kill it on a voice vote.

Sponsors

  • Rep. Cobbin (Graf 11) (prime sponsor)
  • Rep. McCann (Straf 11)

Hearings and Sessions

  • February 18, 1997, 10:30 AM: hearing, House Election Law, RM308,LOB

Votes

  • March 12, 1997, House: Inexpedient to Legislate — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 9, 1997: INTRODUCED AND REF TO ELEC LAW; HJ17,P261
  • February 3, 1997: COPY TO CHAIRMAN ON 02/03/97 DUE ON 03/12/97
  • February 18, 1997: HEARING FEB18 10:30 RM308,LOB FOR:ELECTION LAW
  • February 27, 1997: MAJ REPORT ITL FOR MAR12 (VOTE 13-0)
  • March 12, 1997: ITL REPORT ADOPTED VV; HJ38A,P1102

Laws It Would Change

Related Bills

  • HB 1467 (1996): relative to anonymous political campaign communications.

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