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What is the first step in the Canadian legislative process?
Introduction of a bill.
True or False: A bill can only be proposed by a member of the Cabinet.
False.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ is responsible for reviewing and amending bills in the House of Commons.
Standing Committee.
What are the two types of bills in Canadian politics?
Public bills and private bills.
What is the role of the Senate in the legislative process?
To review, amend, and approve or reject bills passed by the House of Commons.
Which stage involves a detailed examination of the bill by a committee?
Committee stage.
True or False: The Governor General must give Royal Assent for a bill to become law.
True.
What is the purpose of the second reading in the legislative process?
To debate the general principles of the bill.
What happens during the report stage?
Members can make further amendments to the bill.
Fill in the blank: A bill that affects only a specific group or individual is known as a ___________ bill.
Private.
What is the final step for a bill to become law?
Receiving Royal Assent.
True or False: Bills must be approved by both the House of Commons and the Senate.
True.
What is a ‘sponsor’ in the context of Canadian legislation?
The member of Parliament who introduces the bill.
What is the significance of the ‘third reading’?
It is the final opportunity for the House to debate the bill before voting.
What is meant by ‘Royal Assent’?
The formal approval by the Governor General for a bill to become law.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ stage allows for a broad discussion of the bill’s intentions.
Second reading.
What is the maximum time a bill can take to pass through the House of Commons?
There is no set maximum time; it can vary significantly.
True or False: Private members’ bills have a lower chance of becoming law compared to government bills.
True.
What happens if the Senate amends a bill?
The bill returns to the House of Commons for further consideration.
What is the purpose of ‘clause-by-clause’ consideration?
To examine each part of the bill in detail.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ is the first house to consider a bill after its introduction.
House of Commons.
What is the difference between a ‘public bill’ and a ‘private bill’?
Public bills affect the general public, while private bills affect specific individuals or groups.
What role does the Prime Minister play in the legislative process?
The Prime Minister can influence the introduction and passage of government bills.
True or False: All members of Parliament can debate and vote on any bill.
True.
What is the significance of the ‘fiscal impact’ assessment during the legislative process?
It evaluates the financial implications of a proposed bill.
Fill in the blank: A bill must go through ___________ readings in both the House of Commons and the Senate.
Three.
What is the role of lobbyists in the legislative process?
They advocate for specific interests to influence legislation.
What is an ‘omnibus bill’?
A bill that includes multiple unrelated topics or measures.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ is required to summon Parliament to give Royal Assent.
Governor General.
What is the purpose of a ‘pre-study’ in the legislative process?
To allow committees to examine a bill before it is formally introduced.
True or False: A bill can be amended at any stage of the legislative process.
False.
What is the role of the Speaker of the House?
To maintain order during debates and ensure rules are followed.
