The Senate Committee on Legislative Operations and Elections convened on May 22, 2025, to discuss amendments to Senate Bill 226. The meeting began with a motion to amend the bill, which was put forth by Vice Chair Daley and seconded by the majority leader. The committee members engaged in a brief discussion regarding the motion.

Senator Steinbeck expressed his support for the amendment while reserving the right to further discuss the bill with his caucus. Vice Chair Daley sought clarification on the proposed change to the timeline, specifically regarding the decision to maintain a November date instead of reverting to September. He inquired about any logistical issues that may have influenced this decision.

In response, Vice Chair Daley noted that he had consulted various members of the chamber to gather feedback on the bill, which had previously been vetoed. The amendment was crafted to address concerns raised during these discussions. One significant change included in the amendment was suggested by Senator Krasner, who expressed worries about the extended timeline for interim committees to meet, suggesting it could impose an additional burden on committee staff.

The committee also discussed the operations of the sunset subcommittee, particularly the number of bill drafts it could produce. Legal counsel Kelsey Delozier clarified that the sunset committee is permitted to request the drafting of up to five legislative measures related to its scope, with the possibility of additional requests subject to majority approval from the legislative commission.

The meeting concluded with a consensus on the amendment, reflecting the collaborative efforts of committee members to refine the bill and address logistical concerns. The next steps will involve further discussions and potential adjustments as the bill progresses through the legislative process.