Rep. Rosanna Gabaldon introduced HB 2140 a bill that will establish a Silver-Haired Legislature, creating a space for senior citizens at the Capitol.
“There are many senior citizens in Arizona who are looking to get involved at the State Capitol. The Silver-Haired Legislature will give them the opportunity to voice their opinion about what is impacting their lives,” stated Galbaldon.
HB 2140: Arizona silver-haired legislature
Relating to the establishment of the Arizona silver-haired legislature.
Provisions
1) Establishes the Arizona silver-haired legislature. (Sec. 1)
2) States that the Arizona silver-haired legislature is a nonpartisan panel of members at least sixty years old that are elected by their peers. (Sec. 1)
3) Requires the Arizona silver-haired legislature to:
a. Identify social, economic, and political issues and concerns affecting all citizens;
b. Provide seniors with a forum to discuss policy alternatives and possible solutions while
acknowledging limitations imposed by budget constraints, tax implications and fiscal
impacts;
c. Annually submit recommendations to the Governor, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives;
d. Demonstrate the benefits of direct participation in the legislative process while fostering a
better understanding of legislative procedure among all individuals;
e. Promote effective government for all citizens; and
f. Actively seek private funding and corporate sponsorship. (Sec. 1)
4) Permits the President of the Senate and Speaker of the House of Representatives to present issues to the Arizona silver-haired legislature for its deliberation. (Sec. 1)
5) Terminates the Arizona silver-haired legislature on July 1, 2025. (Sec. 1)
Current Law
A.R.S. § 41-3103 requires the legislature to establish an expiration date for any new
committee that is less than eight years after the effective date.