Who We Are
Legislative Committee members are appointed annually from members of the Assembly.
What We Do
2023-24 Legislative Proposal Form for use by sections and committees seeking adoption of the proposal by the MSBA as a whole.
2023-24 Section Only Legislative Proposal Form for use by sections seeking approval for a section-only legislative position.
The legislative committee reviews legislative proposals and makes recommendations to the MSBA Assembly, and coordinates the lobbying efforts of the MSBA.
The legislative committee reviews legislative proposals and makes recommendations to the MSBA Assembly, and coordinates the lobbying efforts of the MSBA.
The Legislative Committee reviews legislative proposals from sections and committees, and makes recommendations to the MSBA Assembly. The committee provides advice to the Council on lobbying efforts, develops grassroots activity, and oversee member communications.
Chart of Policy-Making Process
Schedule
2023-2024 Bar Year—Meetings take place via Zoom
October 2, 9:00-10:00 a.m.
November 3
November 24
November 30
December 1 and December 9
February 12
Legislative Committee Meeting: Annual Legislative Preview
Legislative proposals due
Comments on proposals due
Legislative committee meeting to consider legislative proposals and lobbying priorities
Council (11/30) and Assembly (12/7) meetings at which the Legislative Committee recommendations are considered
Legislative session begins
Leadership & Staffing
ChairM (Michael) BouletteContract LobbyistBryan LakeStaff LiaisonNancy Mischel | 612-278-6331
Capitol & Court Connection
A weekly e-newsletter emailed during the legislative session designed to keep members informed about hot legislative topics and MSBA activities and initiatives at the Capitol.
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