HB 719-FN-A (1997): increasing the number of state troopers and making an appropriation therefor.

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HB 719-FN-A (1997)

increasing the number of state troopers and making an appropriation therefor.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1997-1998
  • House committee: Finance
  • Subject: Miscellaneous

The Story

It was introduced on January 29, 1997 and referred to the House Finance committee. The committee held a public hearing on February 11, 1997. The majority of the committee recommended that the House kill it by a vote of 17–2. On March 5, 1997 the House voted to kill it on a voice vote.

Sponsors

  • Rep. McGovern (Rock 35) (prime sponsor)
  • Rep. DePecol (Ches 14)
  • Rep. J. Kelley (Rock 22)

Hearings and Sessions

  • February 11, 1997, 10:30 AM: hearing, House Finance, RMS210-211,LOB

Votes

  • March 5, 1997, House: Inexpedient to Legislate — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 29, 1997: INTRODUCED AND REF TO FINANCE; HJ17,P282
  • February 11, 1997: HEARING FEB11 10:30 RMS210-211,LOB FOR: FINANCE
  • February 24, 1997: MAJ REPORT ITL FOR MAR05 (VOTE 17-2)
  • March 5, 1997: ITL REPORT ADOPTED VV; HJ33,P795

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