Interim committees usually do not meet during session due to unavailability of hearing rooms, legislative members, and staff. Unless otherwise specified, legislation is effective 90 days after the end of session. When a new committee is established, it may take an additional 30 days to appoint the members. All members must be appointed before a hearing may be called. The current year goals for the committee should be set by July 31.
Subcommittees meet as often as necessary to accomplish the goals assigned by the co-chairman.
Subcommittees should submit a written report of recommendations by October 31. The full committee should vote on the recommendations before the due date of the annual report to the Legislature. Legislative proposals are then drafted and filed, usually in December or early January. Meeting notices must be posted 24 hours in advance of all committee or subcommittee hearings. There must be a quorum for a committee or subcommittee to take any action, including the call to order and adjournment.