House Journal: Page 75: Wednesday, January 10, 2001
Our system of government calls upon all branches of government, in different roles,
to contribute to the administration of justice. Our role is to decide cases according to
the law, promptly and equally for all people. We rely on you for the resources required
to carry out this important responsibility. Though our roles are different, our goals are
the same: To provide Iowans with an accessible, fair, and efficient court system.
You have a good track record of responding to the Judicial Branch’s needs. I am
confident you will work with us in a bipartisan effort to respond to our present
concerns. It is in the public’s best interest to do so.
According to an ancient proverb: "A journey of a thousand miles begins with one
step." Today, I have outlined steps that will move us toward a court system that is
more accessible, more open, and more accountable. Some of the steps are highly
innovative; others are fundamental; all are important. It’s clear where we need to go
and what we need to do. But to reach our destination, we need your help. Join with us
on our journey to ensure Iowans their most precious heritage: the right to justice.
Chief Justice Louis A. Lavorato was escorted from the House
chamber by the committee previously appointed.
Governor Thomas J. Vilsack was escorted from the House chamber
by the committee previously appointed.
On motion by Rants of Woodbury, the joint convention was
dissolved at 10:33 a.m.
The House resumed session at 10:40 a.m., Speaker Siegrist in the
chair.
On motion by Rants of Woodbury, the House was recessed at 10:41
a.m., until 1:00 p.m.
AFTERNOON SESSION
The House reconvened at 1:01 p.m., Speaker Siegrist in the chair.
INTRODUCTION OF BILLS
House File 37, by Boddicker, a bill for an act relating to the
posting of a cash bond for noncompliance with the visitation
provisions of a custody order.
Read first time and referred to committee on judiciary.
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League of Women Voters of Iowa
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