Joint Interim Standing Committee on Government Affairs
Summary
The Joint Interim Standing Committee on Government Affairs has jurisdiction over a wide range of issues affecting the structure and activities of state and local government. In addition to other issues, the Committee reviews housing authorities; planning, zoning, and redevelopment; public officers and employees; public works and purchasing; and public records and the Open Meeting Law. Finally, the Committee also retains authority over military and veterans issues; homeland security; and emergency management.