Statement February 22, 1966

Seeking to amend clause

Hon. Lucien Lamoureux

Speaker of the House

Ruling Text

''A motion opposing second reading of a bill must not anticipate amendments which may be moved in committee." A Member may move an amendment relating to the principle of a bill before the House, but may not move an amendment at second reading that refers to a particular clause.

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AI Summary

A ruling clarifying that amendments at second reading must address the bill's principle, not specific clauses which are reserved for committee.

AI Analysis

Holding

"Amendments at second reading are limited to the principle of the bill and cannot refer to or seek to amend specific clauses, as that is the work of the committee."

Outcome: Other
Tone: Educational
Procedural Stage: Government Orders
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amendment committee second reading clause principle of a bill

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