Electronic Voting Among Changes to House Rules Discussed by MPs

Electronic Voting Among Changes to House Rules Discussed by MPs
A House of Commons clerk prepares for a committee meeting in the chamber on April 29, 2020. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld
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Canada’s Parliament is considering several procedural changes, including facilitating electronic voting and more time for debate.

On Feb. 1, MPs from all parties weighed in on potential changes for the Procedure and House Affairs Committee to consider. Most wanted to reduce time spent on process and increase time for meaningful debate. Electronic voting was seen as way to do so.
Lee Harding
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Lee Harding is a journalist and think tank researcher based in Saskatchewan, and a contributor to The Epoch Times.
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