Statement
February 16, 1983
Administrative responsibilities of a Minister
Hon. Jeanne Sauvé
Speaker of the House
Ruling Text
The Standing Orders stipulate that a Minister may table in the House any report or other paper dealing with a matter falling within his administrative responsibilities. According to Beauchesne, these documents may be tabled voluntarily.
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Holding
"A Minister has the authority under the Standing Orders, and as confirmed by Beauchesne, to voluntarily table any report or paper that falls within their administrative responsibilities."
AI Summary
The Speaker clarifies that Ministers are permitted by the Standing Orders and Beauchesne to voluntarily table documents related to their administrative duties.
AI Analysis
- Outcome
- Other
- Tone
- Educational
- Procedural Stage
- Routine Proceedings
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