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House rejects rule to name a designated survivor; measure fails after extended debate

2226381 · January 30, 2025
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Summary

The Arkansas House voted down House Resolution 10 12, a rules change that would require a member be designated as a “designated survivor” during gatherings of state officials. The measure failed 39 yays, 31 nays, 20 present after debate about constitutional and bicameral implications.

The Arkansas House of Representatives on the floor voted down House Resolution 10 12, a proposed amendment to House rules that would require the speaker to name a “designated survivor” to be physically removed from the Capitol during events when many constitutional officers and justices are present. The resolution failed on a recorded vote of 39 yays, 31 nays and 20 present.

Proponent Representative Meeks, who explained the rule change, said the designated survivor would be “in the top third of seniority” and would…

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