Senate Judiciary Committee approves measure to codify clerks’ routine request

Senator McGee told the Senate Judiciary Committee that House Bill 1424 is a one-page measure intended to codify a routine clerks’ request and to allow requesters to seek court approval for that purpose. "I was informed that most clerks request this anyway," Senator McGee said. "This just puts it in statute. Request the approval of a court for this purpose."

During brief questioning, a committee member, Martini, said he had heard a concern that the change "would lengthen" proceedings. Senator McGee responded that was the only negative he had heard and that he had only just received a note on the issue.

The committee solicited public comment; none was offered. The panel then proceeded on a motion to approve the bill (the motion text is not recorded in the transcript). Senator McGee stated, "I'll second senator Tucker's motion," indicating Senator Tucker made the motion and McGee seconded it. In a voice vote, the chair called for ayes; Senator McGee responded "Aye," and the chair announced, "Your bill passes." The transcript does not record a roll-call tally.

The meeting concluded shortly afterward when the chair adjourned the session. The transcript does not specify next steps for the bill's legislative schedule.