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Ruling July 21, 1969

Debate urgent

Hon. Lucien Lamoureux

Hon. Lucien Lamoureux

Speaker of the House

Ruling Text

The Chair refused similar proposals in the last week because there had been debate which in some ways related closely to the subject-matter of the motions. This motion, however, refers to a very important new factor, and it seems desirable to allow the House a few hours to debate the matter.
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The Speaker grants a request for an emergency debate due to the introduction of a new and important factor.

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Holding
"The request for an emergency debate is granted due to the presence of a new and important factor."
Outcome
Sustained
Tone
Neutral
Procedural Stage
Routine Proceedings
Significance
Low High

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