. Explain three functions of the legislature?
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The Legislative Assembly performs three important roles in its job of overseeing government: a legislative role, a financial role and an inquiry role. The passage of laws is the function most commonly attributed to the Legislative Assembly.
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Explanation:
The passage of laws is the function most commonly attributed to the Legislative Assembly. Because our province is governed by rule of law, it is essential that each piece of legislation introduced in the Assembly is given effective consideration. To understand the legislative process, terminology is important. Legislation being considered by the Assembly is called a Bill. After a Bill is passed, it becomes an Act or statute.
Stages of a Bill All Bills introduced in the Assembly must go through the following stages to become law:
First Reading: The Bill is introduced and read for the first time. No debate occurs at this stage. Printed copies of the Bill are distributed for further consideration. The option exists to refer the Bill to a committee that will conduct public hearings on its content.
Second Reading: The Minister begins a debate of the Bill by outlining its purpose and its provisions. Other members join in debating the principle of the Bill.
Committee Stage: The Bill is referred to a standing committee or a Committee of the Whole on Bills for a detailed examination. Public hearings may be held before the Bill is examined clause by clause. Amendments may also be proposed before the Bill is reported back to the Assembly.
Third Reading: Members may debate the Bill one final time before voting on it.
Royal Assent: The Lieutenant Governor or his/her representative gives Royal Assent to the Bill.