Roles and Responsibilities of the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly
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Roles and Responsibilities of the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly

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Who is responsible for ensuring that petitions conform with House practices, privileges, and rules before being presented to the House?

  • The Speaker
  • Sergeant-at-Arms
  • The Clerk (correct)
  • House Members

    • Which of the following is a restriction on who can petition the Legislative Assembly?

  • Anyone except Ministers
  • Only MLAs on public spending issues (correct)
  • Anyone on any matter except spending public funds
  • Only government officials

    • What is the time limit for each grievance raised by an MLA?

  • 10 minutes (correct)
  • 30 minutes
  • No time limit
  • 1 hour

    • During Question Period, who typically asks questions to hold the government accountable?

    <p>MLAs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is allowed to address ministerial policy in a member's statement?

    <p>Ministers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Speaker in the Legislative Assembly?

    <p>To conduct business and ensure members follow the Rules of the House</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following members can introduce legislation in the Legislative Assembly?

    <p>MLAs from any party, including private members outside of cabinet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Lieutenant Governor in the legislative process?

    <p>To provide final approval and royal assent to bills that have passed third reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Clerk in the Legislative Assembly?

    <p>To assist the Speaker in conducting business and ensuring adherence to the Rules of the House</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following individuals is responsible for the security and operations of the Legislative Assembly?

    <p>The Sergeant-at-Arms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'report stage amendments' in the legislative process?

    <p>To allow MLAs to propose additional changes to a bill after it has been reported back to the House</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Speaker play in representing Manitoba?

    <p>Representing Manitoba in other provinces and countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a primary responsibility of the Sergeant-at-Arms?

    <p>Administering access to public galleries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main duty of the Clerk in the Legislative Assembly?

    <p>Maintaining records of the assembly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why must an MLA stand up to be 'recognized' by the Speaker before speaking in the House?

    <p>To ensure they have permission to speak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During question period, who usually asks questions related to various subjects for 40 minutes?

    <p>MLAs (usually the Opposition)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which sessions is the Speaker led by the Mace when entering or leaving the Chamber?

    <p>Regular Assembly sessions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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