- A lawmaker is discussing the current legislative pay structure.
- The House and Senate chambers are currently disagreeing on the structure of the legislative pay raises.
House of Assembly Reviews Compensation Report for MHA Salaries
What happened
The Members’ Compensation Review Committee released a report recommending a $22,000 increase in MHA base salaries, which is now going before the House of Assembly Management Commission. The Liberals are reviewing the report in preparation for a possible debate in the House of Assembly. The Speaker of the House of Assembly has outlined the legislative process regarding compensation for MHAs.
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Why it matters
The House and Senate chambers are currently disagreeing on the structure of the legislative pay raises. The NDP leader advocates for a transparent mechanism to determine MHA salaries, arguing that MHAs voting on their own pay creates a conflict of interest.
The House and Senate chambers are currently disagreeing on the structure of the legislative pay raises.
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Who's involved
- House of AssemblyThe legislature where the compensation report is being reviewed and debated.
- LiberalsThe political party reviewing the compensation report for a possible debate.
- Paul LaneChairs the House of Assembly Management Commission and may vote on the compensation matter.
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