Process and Procedures
Task Force Description
The rules by which the government operates are the foundation of a republic. To ensure a free citizenry, our forefathers recognized the wisdom of clear instructions for the running of government. Rules ensure that policies are made and executed for the betterment of the people; and can only be made through the consent of the governed. To safeguard liberty, there must be rules of engagement between the government and the people.
Processes and procedures are government’s rules of engagement. This task force aims to protect, strengthen, and refine these rules. From time to time, it is the job of a responsible party to review those rules, look at them with a critical eye, and refine them to respond to modern challenges. This task force will do just that.
The United States was founded on the principle that her citizens control her destiny. Therefore, the integrity of elections is the chief concern of this taskforce. Each American has the right to have their voice heard. The voting process and procedures must ensure that the will of the people is quickly and accurately communicated.
Draft Policies
All Model Policies
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Statement of Principles on Legislative Oversight Draft
Guiding Principles of Legislative Oversight Seeking Information – The state legislature must have the information necessary to conduct oversight activities. Therefore, the legislature must have the ability to hold hearings, compel the appearance of government officials, and compel the production of documents. Legislative committees must have the authority to compel the production of information from the agencies, commissions, and other government bodies within their jurisdiction. Individual members of the legislature must, at a minimum, have the ability to request any…
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No Taxpayer Money for Lobbying by Political Subdivisions Act Final
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF {insert state}: Section 1. Restriction on the Use of Public Funds By Political Subdivisions (a) A political subdivision may not spend public funds: To hire or contract with an individual required to register as a lobbyist under {insert code…
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An Act Relating to the Text of Ballot Propositions that Increase Taxes Final
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF {insert state}: Section 1. {Insert Relevant Code Section} is amended to read as follows: (a) In addition to any other requirement imposed by law for a proposition, including a provision prescribing the proposed language, a proposition submitted to the voters for approval of…
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Audit Election Irregularities Act Final
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF {insert state}: Section 1. Request to Address Election Irregularity (a) A person described by Subsection (f) may issue a written request to the county clerk or other authority conducting an election for an explanation and supporting documentation…
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Deadline for Return and Receipt of all Ballots Act Final
Deadline for Receipt of Ballots. The deadline for acceptance of ballots in a general election shall be on Election Day as defined in 2 U.S.C. §7 and on the date(s) provided under [state statutes] for primary [and runoff] elections (“Election Day”). The voting period shall…
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The Never Resided Act Final
Section 1. Section [ ] is enacted to read: Legislative Findings The Legislature finds that: (A) The U.S. Constitution expressly recognizes that, absent specific Constitutional provisions or acts of Congress, states are primarily responsible for establishing the qualifications to vote in federal elections: …