Private Members' time for Bill
Senator Leyden sought Government time for a Private Members' Bill, and the Leader advised using party time or agreeing another slot with the relevant Leader. Leyden agreed to seek support from Independent colleagues.
I appreciate that but I was asking for Government time. Our Private Members' time might not be available for a considerable period. The time must be shared among other Members.
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Yes, but it could be adopted by the Government.
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The Senator can also talk to his colleagues about using their time for it.
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I will. I have no difficulty appealing to my colleagues on all sides of the House to accommodate us.
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I have no objection to it coming before the House. I am trying to assist the Senator.
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The Senator has been extraordinarily helpful.
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He can table it for his party's Private Members' time or come to an agreement with the Leader as to another time for which it could be scheduled.
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The Senator has given me the very good idea to talk to my Independent colleagues.