Missouri Senate Bill SCR1

Missouri 2025 1st Special Session

• Introduced: 6/5/25

Caption

Authorizes the Senate, with the consent of the House of Representatives, to adjourn for more than ten days until June 16, 2025

Impact

The approval of SCR1 would provide the Senate with the necessary authorization to take an extended recess, which may allow for greater flexibility in scheduling and legislative planning. By allowing this adjournment period, the resolution aims to support the Senate's operations during the First Extraordinary Session of the One Hundred and Third General Assembly, which could be significant for managing legislative workflow.

Summary

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 1 (SCR1) seeks the consent of the House of Representatives for the Missouri Senate to adjourn for more than ten days, specifically from June 5, 2025, until June 16, 2025. This request aligns with the stipulations set forth in Article III, Section 20 of the Missouri Constitution, which prohibits either house of the General Assembly from adjourning for an extended period without mutual consent.

Contention

The resolution explicitly states the need for inter-house cooperation, emphasizing the collaborative aspect required by the state's constitutional framework. There may be discussions or debates surrounding the timing and necessity of such an extended adjournment, particularly in terms of legislative effectiveness and the priorities of the assembly during this period.