December 1, 1986
Hon. John Fraser
Petition for Private Bill; application of Standing Orders respecting certification and presentation of petitions
Mr. Speaker: The Chair wishes to report to the House on a matter of some importance concerning petitions introducing laws, and I will read the ruling. An entry in the Votes and Proceedings of...
The Speaker rules that the 25-signature requirement for petitions does not apply to petitions for Private Bills due to a procedural oversight in the Standing Orders.