Thank you, Madam Chair.
When I read the motion, I understand that this is done at the request of the witnesses. Perhaps they will also be invited to participate in the meeting virtually rather than in person.
Senator Megie's intervention is extremely pertinent. We are indeed going to hear from a lot of witnesses. Do they have to appear in person? Would virtual appearances be preferable, for greater efficiency? Nothing in the motion seems to prevent the committee from asking witnesses to appear virtually. If this is indeed the case, then this motion is about witnesses who make such a request appearing in person.
We need to clarify whether we must ask witnesses to appear in person, or whether the clerk is at liberty, following our instructions, to ask them to appear virtually. After that has been determined, we can debate the motion.