Members, under this, I would like to give a Speaker's ruling. Members, when this House sat last on Thursday, June 2, 2005, the honourable Member for Nahendeh, Mr. Menicoche, presented a document under item 11, petitions, which I must rule out of order.
The document in question is not in the form of a petition under our rules, specifically Rule 42 governing the presentation of petitions, and cannot be accepted as such. In this case, in examining the document referred to as an "infrastructure poll," I do not find a material allegation or a grievance to be redressed by the Legislature or the government. Such allegations form the underlying basis and substance of a petition and seek a response.
Therefore, I must rule Petition 1-15(4) out of order and hereby order it withdrawn. I would further encourage all Members to consult with my office or the Clerk's office if they have any questions regarding the form or content of documents acceptable to this House. Thank you, Members.
Item 10, petitions. Item 11, reports of standing and special committees. The honourable Member for Nahendeh, Mr. Menicoche.