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Canadian Legislature

Wed Nov 24 2021


Bill S-226

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
November 24, 2021
An Act to amend the Constitution Act, 1867 and the Parliament of Canada Act (Speaker of the Senate)
  • This bill, titled "An Act to amend the Constitution Act, 1867 and the Parliament of Canada Act (Speaker of the Senate)," aims to make changes to the way the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Senate are elected and participate in votes. The bill proposes amending the Constitution Act, 1867 to require the Senate to elect these positions through a secret ballot, both after a General Election and in the case of a vacancy. It also suggests changes to the Parliament of Canada Act to outline the procedures for the Speaker and Deputy Speaker leaving the chair during Senate sittings, as well as clarifying the powers and duties of senators acting as Speaker in their absence. Additionally, the bill proposes adjusting the salary of the Deputy Speaker. If passed, this bill will come into effect upon the dissolution of the 44th Parliament.
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House Debates

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
Nov. 24, 2021, midnight

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Senate Debates

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
Nov. 24, 2021, 2 p.m.

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