The Honourable Dan Hays
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 SPEAKER'S OFFICE


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In January, 2001, Prime Minister Jean Chrétien appointed Senator Dan Hays to the office of the Speaker of the Senate. While holding this office, Senator Hays maintains the traditional responsibilities of a senator, but accepts additional duties and obligations as the Speaker of the Senate.

This section offers a glimpse of the complex nature of the Speaker's role and responsibilities. It is also a source of information on activities, visits and rulings undertaken by the Speaker since January 2001.
 

Role and Responsibilities
A thumbnail sketch of the Speaker's principal responsibilities
 
Official Visits
The Speaker's formal accounts of official visits
The Speaker's Report
A publication dedicated to highlighting the Senator's activities and projects
 
Speaker's Agenda
A weekly record of the Speaker's official activities
Rulings
A written record of the Speaker's rulings
 
Speaker's Chair
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