Prince Edward Island.

• Author: Reddin, Ryan
• Position: Legislative Reports

Second Session, Sixty-sixth General Assembly

The Legislative Assembly will resume sitting on November 1, 2022. It last sat on May 6, 2022. Unless a prorogation is announced in the interim, the fall sitting will be a continuation of the Second Session of the Sixty-sixth General Assembly, which began on February 25, 2021.

House Business

In terms of business carried over from the spring sitting, there remain 10 Government Bills, five Private Members' Bills, and 61 Motions available for debate. Government typically presents its capital budget during the fall sitting.

Demise of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II

Upon the news of the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, a mourning period was observed. Outdoor flags in the legislative precinct were lowered to half-mast and black ribbon was added to portraits of Her Majesty and flags in the Assembly Chamber. The House was not sitting at the time; a Resolution of Sympathy is expected when it reconvenes. Members wore black ribbon pins during committee meetings and black arm bands at official events during the mourning period. A book of condolence was placed in the main hall of the Hon. George Coles Building for members of the public to sign. Speaker Colin LaVie issued a statement of condolences to the Royal Family on behalf of all Members. Government and Lieutenant Governor Antoinette Perry also undertook various commemorative and condolatory actions.

Cabinet Changes

On July 15, Premier Dennis King announced several changes to his Cabinet. New appointments included Mark McLane, the Member for Cornwall-Meadowbank, to the position of Minister of Finance in place of...