SB22: Relating to declarations of emergency; declaring an emergency.

Legislative Summary

Requires that declarations and extensions of states of emergency under certain statutes be accompanied by written explanations. Requires that declarations and extensions of states of emergency under certain statutes be accompanied by written explanations. Establishes durational limits for states of emergency declared under certain statutes. Provides that certain extensions of states of emergency may be made only with approval of Legislative Assembly. Provides that emergency rules and orders expire upon termination of state of emergency. Provides that, after termination of state of emergency, Governor may not declare another state of emergency for same purpose unless so authorized by Legislative Assembly. Provides that states of emergency in effect on effective date of Act are terminated 30 days after effective date of Act unless extended. Declares emergency, effective on passage.