Alaska Statutes 24.05.140 – Quorum
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Terms Used In Alaska Statutes 24.05.140
- Adjourn: A motion to adjourn a legislative chamber or a committee, if passed, ends that day's session.
- Quorum: The number of legislators that must be present to do business.
A majority of the membership of each house constitutes a quorum to do business. However, a smaller number may adjourn from day to day and may compel the attendance of absent members in the manner, and under the penalties, provided by law or the rules of the legislature.