RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RULES OF THE SENATE CONCERNING A FINAL DECISION ON ELECTION CONTESTS.

This resolution amends Senate rules to establish a bipartisan committee for resolving disputes over Senate election results. The committee, formed by appointing two members each from the majority and minority leaders, will hold hearings and issue a final decision on election contests. The Secretary of State cannot certify election results until this committee completes its decision. The change directly affects Senate candidates challenging election outcomes in their districts.