Mr. Chair, I just don't see the need for the change. I think it's been pointed out that the circumstance simply hasn't arisen. I think the chair has the ability, under the Standing Orders, to make a determination when a meeting should start. There are also provisions as to what to do if we don't have quorum and when we can hear witnesses. I don't think handcuffing you in this manner is particularly productive.
On November 13th, 2007. See this statement in context.