House joint resolution · 892

HJR 36

Proposing a constitutional amendment specifying the authority of the attorney general to prosecute a criminal offense prescribed by the election laws of this state.

Did not passOfficial record on TLO

Progress

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Filed
Aug 21
Referred to committee
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Passed first chamber
Passed second chamber

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Filed
Aug 21, 2025 · House

Authors

and 1 coauthor or sponsor

Andy HopperR

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Richard Hayes cosponsorR

Topics

Elections: General

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