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E5Assembly2017-2018 SessionResolution

Give Press Seats in Assembly

Official title

“Directing the Clerk of the Assembly to arrange seats for representatives of the press”

Sponsor Catherine NolanAD-37
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution directs the Assembly Clerk to arrange seating for press representatives with the Speaker's approval.

Why it matters

  1. Potentially increases transparency. by ensuring press representatives have designated seating, which may improve media access to Assembly proceedings.

  2. Gives the Speaker significant control. over press access, since seating arrangements require the Speaker’s approval, possibly affecting which media outlets are accommodated.

  3. Signals recognition of the press’s role. in covering legislative activities, potentially facilitating better coverage and public awareness of Assembly actions.

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Give Press Seats in Assembly

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Catherine Nolan

Assembly Member · Assembly District 37

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Introduced

Full text

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Assembly Resolution No. 5 BY: M. of A. Nolan DIRECTING the Clerk of the Assembly to arrange seats for representatives of the press RESOLVED, That upon the approval of the Speaker, the Clerk of the Assembly be and hereby is directed to arrange seats for the accommodation of the representatives of the press.

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