The Legislative Manual, of the State of Colorado
by OpenStories
Original author: Thomas B. Corbett
"The Legislative Manual, of the State of Colorado" by Thomas B. Corbett is a comprehensive reference work written in the late 19th century. This manual serves as a detailed guide for the legislative processes of Colorado, encompassing the state's history, rules of parliamentary procedure, and key constitutional documents. It is likely to be of interest to lawmakers, legal professionals, and citizens keen on understanding the legislative framework and history of Colorado. The opening of the manual presents a prelude to Colorado's legislative framework by outlining the historical context of the state. It begins with the cession of the Louisiana Province to the United States and the subsequent territorial developments influenced by exploration and settlement efforts. The text highlights significant explorations in the region, including those led by Zebulon Pike and John C. Frémont, while laying the groundwork for understanding the legislative history and establishment of governance in Colorado. The preface indicates a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness, emphasizing the value of this manual for those engaged in or studying the political and legal landscape of Colorado.
The Legislative Manual, of the State of Colorado, by Thomas B. Corbett. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #57783.
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93 Chapters
- 1.Preface852 words
- 2.Chapter V: Constitution8,520 words
- 3.Chapter I4,562 words
- 4.Chapter II: Organic Act3,857 words
- 5.Section 9: And be it further enacted, That the judicial power of said1,639 words
- 6.Chapter III2,333 words
- 7.Chapter IV2,084 words
- 8.Chapter V: Constitution165 words
- 9.Section 1: That all political power is vested in and derived from the1,615 words
- 10.Section 1: The Executive Department shall consist of a Governor,1,902 words
- 11.Section 1: The legislative power shall be vested in the General3,470 words
- 12.Section 1: The judicial powers of the State, as to matters of law and2,005 words
- 13.Section 1: Every male person over the age of twenty-one years,701 words
- 14.Section 1: Educational, reformatory, and penal institutions, and those461 words
- 15.Section 1: The general supervision of the public schools of the State1,208 words
- 16.Section 1: The fiscal year shall commence on the first day of October in1,001 words
- 17.Section 1: Neither the State, nor any county, city, town, township, or1,415 words
- 18.Section 1: Every person holding any civil office under the State or any837 words
- 19.Section 1: The House of Representatives shall have the sole power of182 words
- 20.Section 1: The several counties of the Territory of Colorado, as they902 words
- 21.Section 1: All existing charters or grants of special or exclusive943 words
- 22.Section 1: There shall be established and maintained the office of402 words
- 23.Section 1: The militia of the State shall consist of all able-bodied162 words
- 24.Section 1: The General Assembly shall pass liberal homestead and411 words
- 25.Section 1: The General Assembly may, at any time, by a vote of475 words
- 26.Section 1: That all laws in force at the adoption of this Constitution4,665 words
- 27.Section II294 words
- 28.Section III418 words
- 29.Section V320 words
- 30.Section VII312 words
- 31.Section VIII: The Congress shall have power,424 words
- 32.Section IX254 words
- 33.Section X187 words
- 34.Section I658 words
- 35.Section II420 words
- 36.Section II586 words
- 37.Section IV1,920 words
- 38.Section I: Importance of Adhering to Rules321 words
- 39.Section II: Legislative103 words
- 40.Section III: Privilege2,681 words
- 41.Section IV: Elections65 words
- 42.Section V: Qualifications1,539 words
- 43.Section VI: Quorum157 words
- 44.Section VII: Call of the House91 words
- 45.Section VIII: Absence145 words
- 46.Section XI: Speaker348 words
- 47.Section X: Address115 words
- 48.Section XI: Committees282 words
- 49.Section XII: Committee of the Whole718 words
- 50.Section XIII: Examination of Witnesses432 words
- 51.Section XIV: Arrangement of Business686 words
- 52.Section XV: Order56 words
- 53.Section XVI: Order Respecting Papers127 words
- 54.Section XVII: Order in Debate2,082 words
- 55.Section XVIII: Orders of the House514 words
- 56.Section XIX: Petitions234 words
- 57.Section XX: Motions293 words
- 58.Section XXI: Resolutions104 words
- 59.Section XXIII: Bills--Leave to Bring in119 words
- 60.Section XXIV: Bills--First Reading119 words
- 61.Section XXV: Bills--Second Reading176 words
- 62.Section XXVI: Bills--Commitment1,337 words
- 63.Section XXVII: Report of Committee204 words
- 64.Section XXVIII: Bill--Recommitment125 words
- 65.Section XXIX: Bill--Reports Taken Up183 words
- 66.Section XXX: Quasi-Committee757 words
- 67.Section XXXI: Bills--Second Reading in the House443 words
- 68.Section XXXII: Reading Papers380 words
- 69.Section XXXIII: Privileged Questions2,345 words
- 70.Section XXXIV: The Previous Question879 words
- 71.Section XXXV: Amendments1,195 words
- 72.Section XXXVI: Division of the Question689 words
- 73.Section XXXVII: Co-Existing Questions190 words
- 74.Section XXXVIII: Equivalent364 words
- 75.Section XXXIX: The Question118 words
- 76.Section XL: Bills--Third Reading725 words
- 77.Section XLI: Division of the House1,441 words
- 78.Section XLIII: Reconsideration884 words
- 79.Section XLIV: Bills Sent to the Other House135 words
- 80.Section XLV: Amendments Between the Houses728 words
- 81.Section XLVI: Conferences821 words
- 82.Section XLVII: Messages592 words
- 83.Section XLVIII: Assent492 words
- 84.Section XLIX: Journals588 words
- 85.Section L: Adjournment296 words
- 86.Section LI: A Session562 words
- 87.Section LII: Treaties1,069 words
- 88.Section LIII: Impeachment (1)7,832 words
- 89.Section LIII: Impeachment (2)8,586 words
- 90.Section LIII: Impeachment (3)8,318 words
- 91.Section LIII: Impeachment (4)7,301 words
- 92.Section LIII: Impeachment (5)8,801 words
- 93.Section LIII: Impeachment (6)1,404 words