Federal
Canadian Legislation
44th Parliament1st Session
410 bills
S-221Senator
Governor General Benefits Tied to Five Years
Governors General must serve five straight years to get a pension, unless a medical issue is approved. Those with under five years lose pensions and support; survivor payments continue.
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Second reading
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S-226Senator
Senate to Elect Speaker by Secret Ballot
Senators would choose the Speaker and Deputy Speaker by secret ballot. The presiding senator only votes to break ties, and changes start after the 44th Parliament ends.
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Status
First reading
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