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LD 273·ME·house

An Act To Preserve Legislative Authority Over Investigating Committees

FailedFiled Jan 28, 2025
Sponsor: Adam Lee (D)
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Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD)

Apr 29, 2026

Summary

The bill amends state law so that when the Legislature gives a committee the authority to administer oaths, issue subpoenas, or take depositions, only the Legislature can decide who serves on that committee and what it may investigate. It applies to any legislative committee that receives such investigative powers, preserving legislative oversight. The measure failed after the Senate adjourned without taking action.

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