The scope of legislative immunity includes, but is not limited to, the following legislative acts: (1) Introducing and voting for legislation; (2) Failing or refusing to vote or enact legislation; (3) Voting to seat or unseat a member; (4) Voting on the confirmation of an executive appointment; (5) Making speeches; t (6) Enforcing the rules of the Senate or House of Delegates or the joint rules of the Legislature; (7) Serving as a member of a committee or subcommittee; (8) Conducting hearings and developing legislation; (9) Investigating the conduct of executive agencies; (10) Publishing and distributing reports; (11) Composing and sending letters; (12) Drafting memor anda and documents; (13) Lobbying other legislators to support or oppose legislation; (14) Abolishing personnel positions; and (15) Hiring and firing employees.
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