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Committee rejects request to add an additional bill‑drafting attorney to Legislative Services Office
Summary
A motion to add one full‑time equivalent bill‑drafting attorney and $128,500 to the Legislative Services Office failed to pass the Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee after a tied vote.
The Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee on Wednesday voted down a motion to provide one additional bill‑drafting attorney for the Legislative Services Office (LSO) and an associated $128,500 in FY2026 funding.
Representative Tanner moved for the addition, saying LSO staff reported backlogs and that one additional drafter would reduce delays in drafting and processing legislation. Supporters argued the request would address…
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