Capitol Update – Nightly During Session – Friday, May 05, 2017
Capitol Update is daily review of state government during the Legislative Session. Today’s topics include:
- The House and Senate published a state budget at 2:43 p.m. triggering the 72-hour waiting period required before they can vote.
- The House and Senate both approved a resolution to place a constitutional amendment on the ballot that would expand the homestead exemption.
- Both chambers also passed a bill designed to streamline the process for people to object to public school books and other instructional materials.