Senators say 24-hour special session rushed bill consideration; some push to delay

Jul 16, 2026

Several senators criticized the special session notice and rapid floor schedule, arguing senators and the public had insufficient time to review the extensive bill; a proposal to limit action to critical repealers and reconvene later failed in roll call.

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A sustained theme on the floor was criticism of the special session's timing and the speed of consideration.

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