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Senate’s committee system ‘does not work’: Senators consider cutting membership and dropping a day

Having more than nine members often means there are a few ‘free-riders’ who don’t do the work, says Progressive Senator Diane Bellemare, while nine is the ‘optimal number.’

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April 11, 2024

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Senate’s committee system ‘does not work’: Senators consider cutting membership and dropping a day

Having more than nine members often means there are a few ‘free-riders’ who don’t do the work, says Progressive Senator Diane Bellemare, while nine is the ‘optimal number.’

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