Number: 98-175
Title: House Committee Jurisdiction and Referral: Rules and Practice
Authors: Judy Schneider, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: In general, once a measure has been referred to a given committee, it remains the responsibility of that committee. If the measure is enacted into law, amendments to the law are presumed to be within the originating committee's responsibility.
Pages: 2
Date: April 15, 2008