State Representative David Friess (IL) | Representative David Friess (R) 115th District
State Representative David Friess (IL) | Representative David Friess (R) 115th District
The Illinois General Assembly is gearing up for the start of its 2024 Spring Session, with the Illinois House of Representatives reconvening today at 2pm. As the session begins, the primary focus of the House will be to hear newly introduced bills and assign them to House committees.
House members have been working diligently to draft and introduce their bills in time for consideration this spring. The deadline for bill introduction is Friday, February 9, giving lawmakers a limited window to present their proposed legislation. Once introduced, these bills will be assigned to standing committees where they will undergo further scrutiny and potential amendment.
One of the key upcoming events in the legislative calendar is Governor Pritzker's presentation of the FY25 budget and delivery of the State of the State address. This joint session of the Illinois General Assembly, scheduled for Wednesday, February 21, will provide an opportunity for the Governor to outline his priorities for the upcoming fiscal year and address the state's current challenges.
Following the State of the State address, the House will embark on a series of hearings for committee bill action. It is during these hearings that House bills often undergo significant amendments before they are brought to the floor for further debate and voting.
The Illinois House has released its schedule for the spring 2024 session, providing a roadmap for the legislative activities that will take place in the coming months. Lawmakers and citizens alike can access the schedule on the official Illinois General Assembly website.
As the General Assembly convenes for the start of the 2024 Spring Session, legislators are eager to make progress on a wide range of issues facing the state. With a busy agenda ahead, the coming weeks and months will undoubtedly shape the future of Illinois through the passage of new laws and policies.
In anticipation of the session, Speaker of the House, Michael J. Madigan, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "I am looking forward to the start of the 2024 Spring Session and the opportunity to address the pressing needs of our state. We have a responsibility to work together and find solutions that will benefit all Illinois residents."
The start of the Illinois General Assembly's 2024 Spring Session marks a critical moment in the state's legislative process. With lawmakers ready to tackle important issues and the introduction of new bills on the horizon, the stage is set for a busy and productive session that will shape the future of Illinois.
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