Mr. Speaker, this is another prime example of Liberal rhetoric that sounds virtuous but does not actually translate into any virtuous actions on the part of the Liberals.
The House leader's proposal claims that the government wants proportional representation that is representative of the composition of the House. However, not only was there no prior consultation on the motion that was introduced, but two government members were added to each committee, even though only one would have been more than enough to ensure a majority.
I would like the House leader to justify that addition for a reason other than falsely claiming that they do not want the chair to vote. Part of the duties of a committee chair is to exercise that right. It is clearly written in the Standing Orders.