The Legislative Council staff will sponsor a legislative drafting seminar on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. There is no charge for attending this seminar. Registrants will receive the 2027 Legislative Drafting Manual.
Location: House Chamber, State Capitol
Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
CLE Credits: This seminar has been approved for 3 CLE credits by the Commission for Continuing Legal Education.
Registration: Advanced registration is required, please register using the form below.
The seminar includes a review of constitutional, statutory, and legislative rules relating to the drafting of bills, together with the practical application of those rules and coverage of the legislative drafting manual. This seminar should be considered mandatory for anyone who will be drafting legislation for the 2027 session. Changes in drafting procedures adopted since the 2025 session will be covered.
| 9:00 a.m. |
Legislative research resources on the legislative branch website Cody Malloy |
| 9:45 a.m. |
Constitutional and other considerations for legislative drafters Beth Dittus |
| 10:15 a.m. |
Review of the 2027 Legislative Drafting Manual Megan J. Gordon |
| 11:00 a.m. |
Techniques for drafting amendments to bills and resolutions Dustin Richard |
| 11:45 a.m. |
Preparation of fiscal notes Sheila M. Sandness |
| 12:00 noon | Conclusion of seminar |