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Ruling November 5, 1973

Beyond scope of bill

Hon. Lucien Lamoureux

Hon. Lucien Lamoureux

Speaker of the House

Ruling Text

The proposed motion is beyond the scope of the bill. Furthermore, if the motion were accepted, nothing in the bill could give effect to it as additional legislation and amendments would be required. This fact alone indicates the proposed motion is not acceptable.
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AI Summary

The Speaker ruled a motion inadmissible because it was beyond the scope of the bill under consideration.

AI Analysis

Holding
"A motion is inadmissible if it is beyond the scope of the bill it seeks to amend."
Outcome
Denied
Tone
Neutral
Procedural Stage
Government Orders
Significance
Low High

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