Statement
June 22, 1988
Recorded divisions: abstention; brief explanatory statement
Hon. John Fraser
Speaker of the House
Ruling Text
The Speaker:
There is a tradition in this place according to which [a] Member who has abstained may rise briefly to give an explanation. I would ask honourable Members to extend that courtesy.
F0410-e 33-2 1988-06-22
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Holding
"A Member who abstains from a recorded division has a traditional right to offer a brief explanation for their abstention."
AI Summary
The Speaker confirms the tradition allowing a Member to briefly explain their reason for abstaining from a recorded vote.
AI Analysis
- Outcome
- Other
- Tone
- Educational
- Procedural Stage
- Recorded Division
- Significance
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