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Rules committee adopts changes to City Council rules 7 and 63 after public comment on offensive language
Summary
The Los Angeles City Council Rules Committee voted 4-0 to adopt changes to Rules 7 and 63 governing conduct in council chambers after public comment both supporting and opposing the changes, including concerns about accessibility, youth impact and alleged vagueness.
The Los Angeles City Council Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee voted 4-0 Monday to adopt amendments to Council Rules 7 and 63, measures the committee said are intended to limit use of offensive language during public comment.
The changes were moved by Committee Chair Councilmember Marqueece Harris‑Dawson and seconded by Councilmember Price (second not present in committee roll call). Committee members Nithya Raman, Zev Yaroslavsky and Council President Nury Martinez voted yes; Councilmember Lee was recorded absent. The committee approved the motion on a voice/roll call vote recorded as four ayes.
Supporters told the committee the rule changes will make City Hall a more respectful and accessible venue for…
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