H.2. Modified Quorum and Temporary Delegation

In an emergency that the Speaker and Senate Leader have properly declared, each chamber can operate under a modified quorum requirement, as long as:

1. At least one-third (1/3) of the current Members are present physically or by verified secured remote participation; and

2. The Parliamentarian certifies that each Member has been afforded a reasonable opportunity to attend or connect, except where doing so would endanger life or liberty.

Suppose a quorum cannot be met due to death, injury, or dislocation. In that case, each chamber may, by majority vote of those present, adopt a temporary delegation protocol, allowing any present Member to cast votes on behalf of up to two (2) absent Members, but only:

1. If those Members have provided written and signed directives authorizing the delegation, and

2. If the Parliamentarian certifies the authenticity of each delegation directive.