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Joint committee rejects one additional LSO bill‑drafting attorney after split vote
Summary
A motion to add one full‑time bill‑drafting attorney in the Legislative Services Office failed to gain a majority in both committee components; proponents said workload growth and rising bill counts drove the request, while opponents urged restraint and suggested limiting bill filings.
BOISE — The Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee considered and rejected a request to add one full‑time bill‑drafting attorney to the Legislative Services Office (LSO).
Representative Tanner moved to add one FTE and $128,500 from the general fund for an additional bill drafting attorney. Proponents said LSO staff are strained by high bill volumes and amendment work: Senator…
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