* FINAL VERSION - Concurred
Resolution:A023
Title:Amending Rule 55 of the Rules of Order of the House of Deputies
Topic:Rules of Order
Committee:03 - Rules of Order
House of Initial Action:Deputies
Proposer:House of Deputies President's Council of Advice

Resolved, that Rule of Order 55 of the House of Deputies be amended to read as follows:

55. When considering the election of a Bishop, the approval of the Candidate's Bishop Elect's testimonials, or assent consent to the Candidate's Bishop Elect's consecration, and when acting upon the election of the Presiding Bishop, the House shall sit as soon as practicable after the receipt of official notification from the House of Bishops of such elections.


EXPLANATION

Revisions for clarity and accuracy.

* Note: The final language, as well as the final status of each resolution, is being reviewed by the General Convention office. The Journal of the 76th General Convention and the Constitution and Canons will be published once the review process has been completed.