Marriott moves to cut off debate

Rep. Jim Marriott, R-Blackfoot, has just moved to cut off the debate on SB 1184, saying the debate has gone on long enough after four hours and people are just telling personal stories now. His motion passed, 44-20. That’s two-thirds of those present. The move prompted a huddle of leadership from both parties at the speaker’s desk during a brief at-ease; now the House is moving on to Rep. Bob Nonini’s closing debate, and no other representatives will be allowed to speak.