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Which stage of the legislative process involves the introduction of a bill?
Which stage of the legislative process involves the introduction of a bill?
During which stage do members of the public share their thoughts and opinions on bills with MLAs?
During which stage do members of the public share their thoughts and opinions on bills with MLAs?
What is the purpose of the second reading stage?
What is the purpose of the second reading stage?
Which stage allows for the proposal of changes (amendments) to the bill?
Which stage allows for the proposal of changes (amendments) to the bill?
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After the committee consideration stage, what is the next step in the legislative process?
After the committee consideration stage, what is the next step in the legislative process?
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What is the purpose of the first reading stage?
What is the purpose of the first reading stage?
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What is the first step after a bill has been reported back to the House?
What is the first step after a bill has been reported back to the House?
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What is the purpose of the 'concurrence and third reading' stage?
What is the purpose of the 'concurrence and third reading' stage?
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What is the role of the Speaker in the legislative process?
What is the role of the Speaker in the legislative process?
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Who gives the final agreement for a bill to become a law?
Who gives the final agreement for a bill to become a law?
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What is the purpose of the 'proclamation' step in the legislative process?
What is the purpose of the 'proclamation' step in the legislative process?
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Who can introduce legislation in the House?
Who can introduce legislation in the House?
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What symbol of authority is carried in by the Sergeant-at-Arms when the Speaker takes the Chair in the House?
What symbol of authority is carried in by the Sergeant-at-Arms when the Speaker takes the Chair in the House?
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During routine proceedings, which item involves a summary of a committee's decision?
During routine proceedings, which item involves a summary of a committee's decision?
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What is the purpose of tabling an annual report by a Minister during routine proceedings?
What is the purpose of tabling an annual report by a Minister during routine proceedings?
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During the first reading of a bill introduction, what occurs?
During the first reading of a bill introduction, what occurs?
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What is the role of members during Member's Statements as part of routine proceedings?
What is the role of members during Member's Statements as part of routine proceedings?
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What is the main function of Ministerial Statements during routine proceedings?
What is the main function of Ministerial Statements during routine proceedings?
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