| 单词 | presiding officer |
| 例句 | The hall was so cold, the presiding officer announced that men could keep their hats on. The Devil in the White City 2003-02-11T00:00:00Z Seven slash marks indicated his years of service - more than any presiding officer, including Reyna. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z Reaching under the abandoned teacher’s desk he sat behind as presiding officer, Carter pulled out a small black box. The Chocolate War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z “To those who wreaked havoc in our Capitol today: You did not win,” said Pence, having reclaimed the presiding officer’s chair from the horned hooligan. Perspective | The grand finale of the Trump show: America watches farce devolve to horror 2021-01-07T05:00:00Z The presiding officer has confirmed that parliament has ordered a review into its data roaming and mobile devices rules to "ensure the present situation cannot happen again". Michael Matheson to give statement on £11k iPad data bill 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z Mr Hoy said he had written to the health secretary and the presiding officer to ask whether there will be an investigation into the matter. Health secretary Michael Matheson racked up £7k data fee in one day 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z A special session may be called by the governor or convened by the presiding officers of both chambers, upon a written petition of most elected members of the House and Senate. Louisiana lawmakers have until Jan. 15 to enact new congressional map, court says 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z The leader of the Welsh Tories in the Senedd has been accused of "appalling misogyny" for a joke about the Welsh Parliament's presiding officer. Welsh Tory accused of misogyny for GB News hair jibe 2023-10-26T04:00:00Z Politicians in the Senedd have received threatening messages due to their stance on the 20mph speed limit change, the institution's presiding officer has said. Politicians threatened over 20mph speed limits 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z The ex-SNP leader was also mistakenly referred to as "first minister" by the deputy presiding officer in the chamber, sparking laughter from MSPs. Nicola Sturgeon makes first Holyrood speech since arrest 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z The Senate-approved rules for the trial gave Patrick, who is acting as the presiding officer, or judge, the power to issue subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses. Texas impeachment: Republican lieutenant governor ruled in favor of the embattled Republican AG 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z According to statute, after the Senate’s presiding officer calls for the election, filing opens on the third Friday after the vacancy, with the election to be held roughly three months later. South Carolina state Sen. John Scott, longtime Democratic lawmaker, dies at 69 2023-08-13T04:00:00Z In this case, the presiding officer over Paxton’s impeachment trial will be Lt. Impeached Texas AG Ken Paxton seeks to have most charges dismissed before September trial 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z The activists declared they were their states’ true electors in official-looking statements sent to then-Vice President Mike Pence in his role as presiding officer of the Senate. Column: Jack Smith narrows possible charges against Trump to the essentials. That's a good thing 2023-07-23T04:00:00Z But Patrick, a former Houston broadcaster and conservative talk radio host who will serve as the trial’s presiding officer, is now reining in attorneys on both sides. Gag order issued ahead of Texas AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial after ‘inflammatory’ remarks 2023-07-17T04:00:00Z During Thursday’s debate, Republicans were admonished multiple times by the presiding officer to tone down their remarks. House Republicans push off Biden impeachment bid for now as hard-right clamors for action 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z But Patrick, who will serve as the trial’s presiding officer, carries into the proceedings financial entanglements with the accused. Texas Sen. Angela Paxton barred from voting in husband Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z Gov. Dan Patrick, the Senate’s presiding officer, to choose a date “no later than” Aug. 28 to convene the court of impeachment. Texas Governor Names Interim Attorney General After Paxton Impeachment 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z Elin Jones, who is also the Senedd's presiding officer, has called for the party to back one winner to avoid a drawn out leadership race._______________________________________ Rhun ap Iorwerth declares Plaid Cymru leadership bid 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z Patrick, the presiding officer, has served as state chairman for Trump’s campaigns in Texas. Fight still ahead for Texas’ Ken Paxton after historic impeachment deepens GOP divisions 2023-05-27T04:00:00Z In Northern Ireland, a companion or the presiding officer can mark the ballot for you. Local elections 2023: What can't I do in a polling station? 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z The vice president serves as the presiding officer of that joint session, given his dual role as president of the U.S. Trump appeals ruling that Pence has to testify to Jan. 6 grand jury 2023-04-10T04:00:00Z The interruptions have been an almost weekly occurrence during First Minister's Questions since the start of the year, with the parliament's presiding officer pledging to take action to stop them. Yousaf's first FMQs hit by series of disruptions 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z The parliament's presiding officer - the equivalent of the Speaker in the House of Commons - will then recommend to the King that he appoints the winning candidate as first minister of Scotland. How will Scotland's new first minister be decided? 2023-03-27T04:00:00Z “Any chance I can get you guys to leave the Senate wing?” the officer says as Chansley sits in the presiding officer’s chair on the Senate Dais. NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn’t happen this week 2023-03-10T05:00:00Z Local councils recruit a presiding officer and staff to conduct the ballot, count the votes and process the postal votes. Local elections 2023: What can't I do in a polling station? 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z Covis’s decision on Tuesday followed the recommendation made this past January by Dr. Celia Witten, an agency official and the presiding officer at the October hearing, that the drug be removed from the market. Preterm Birth Drug Withdrawn After 12 Years 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z In a statement from the city, officials announced Wojahn’s resignation and said Mayor Pro Tem Denise Mitchell will serve as presiding officer until a special election can be held. College Park mayor resigns and faces child pornography charges 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z City officials said that Denise C. Mitchell, the mayor pro tem, would serve as the city’s presiding officer until a special election could be held and a new mayor sworn in. Mayor of College Park, Md., Resigns Over Child Abuse Imagery Charges 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z The city said that Mayor Pro Tem Denise Mitchell will serve as presiding officer until a special election is held in the next 65 days. College Park mayor resigns after being arrested on child pornography charges 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z “The vice president serves as the presiding officer. … I don’t see how a special counsel subpoena into his role in a legislative process isn’t interference with that process.” Rep. Scott Perry fights to keep phone from team probing Jan. 6 attack 2023-02-23T05:00:00Z Moore vowed to sign the new protections proposed Thursday, and the presiding officers of the General Assembly promised to get them passed. Maryland Democrats seek to create ‘safe haven for abortion’ 2023-02-09T05:00:00Z Both presiding officers seemed pleased on Friday with the product. Maryland lawmakers unveil plan for legal cannabis market 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z As the presiding officer in the House, the speaker has broad power over the floor, including a large degree of control over what motions can be considered and which members are recognized. Why McCarthy’s Slog to Speaker Could Mean Dysfunction Ahead in the House 2023-01-07T05:00:00Z Without a speaker, the House cannot fully form since that person effectively serves as the chamber’s presiding officer and the institution’s administrative head. EXPLAINER: What to expect on Day 2 of House speaker election 2023-01-03T05:00:00Z The chamber cannot organize until it has a speaker since that person effectively serves as the House’s presiding officer and the institution’s administrative head. EXPLAINER: How the House of Representatives elects a speaker 2023-01-02T05:00:00Z “It’s provided a lot of kids the support they needed,” said David Lakey, administrator and presiding officer of the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium. As student mental health needs soar, schools turn to telehealth 2022-12-09T05:00:00Z Cutler’s filing came days after his Democratic counterpart as floor leader, Rep. Joanna McClinton of Philadelphia, claimed the mantle of the chamber’s presiding officer and sent the state orders scheduling the elections for Feb. 7. GOP sues over special elections in Pa. House majority battle 2022-12-10T05:00:00Z The presiding officer said the woman was not ejected as a result of a request from any member of the committee. Scottish parliament apologises after suffragette scarf row 2022-11-15T05:00:00Z Liberal Democrat Member of the Senedd Jane Dodds said it was a privilege having also been invited to the funeral, along with other Welsh political party leaders, including the first minister and presiding officer. Queen's funeral: Royalists sleep outside Buckingham Palace 2022-09-18T04:00:00Z They’re rushing Mike Pence off the podium, off the presiding officer’s table. Sen. Patrick Leahy on how and why the Senate is a ‘broken place’ 2022-09-13T04:00:00Z An investiture ceremony for the new Prince of Wales similar to the event held for his father in 1969 is "extremely unlikely", a former Senedd presiding officer has said. Prince of Wales: Investiture for William like 1969 'extremely unlikely' 2022-09-16T04:00:00Z The public gallery was packed out too, with former first ministers and presiding officers in attendance along with senior figures from the judiciary and clergy. King speaks of 'great admiration' for Scotland in Holyrood address 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z Rachael Hamilton, who was wearing suffragette colours in the chamber, thanked the presiding officer for making the clarification. Scottish parliament apologises after suffragette scarf row 2022-11-15T05:00:00Z "From the very beginning the Queen was here to give her royal blessing to the institution," said Lord Elis-Thomas, a former Plaid Cymru leader who was made the presiding officer. Queen Elizabeth II blessed devolution in Wales 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z Former presiding officer Ken Macintosh told Good Morning Scotland that he had a number of audiences with The Queen. Queen was 'in good spirits' at weekend, church moderator says 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z The parliament's presiding officer, Alison Johnstone, said the Queen had enjoyed a "long and enduring bond with Scotland and the Scottish people which will be long remembered". First minister Nicola Sturgeon leads Scottish tributes to Queen 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Lord Elis-Thomas, who was made the assembly's presiding officer, was in close contact with the Queen and her advisers regarding the opening ceremony. Queen Elizabeth II: How monarch helped shape modern Wales 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z The Scottish Parliament's presiding officer has apologised after a woman was ejected from a committee meeting for refusing to remove a scarf in suffragette colours. Scottish parliament apologises after suffragette scarf row 2022-11-15T05:00:00Z Among other changes, it defines the meaning of “disrupting” — threatening the use of force, willfully ignoring rules of conduct — and gives the presiding officer the power to oust unruly individuals after they’ve received a warning. Column: Shutting up the bullies and other bad actors, so democracy can thrive 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z In Kenya, once voting has ended and the votes have been tallied, the presiding officer at each polling station publicly announces the results and fills out a declaration, known as Form 34A. Kenya election 2022: Were results sheets altered as Odinga claims? 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z Under the California bill, the presiding officer at public meetings could have a disruptive person removed, but only after warning them that their behavior is disruptive and will result in their ejection if it continues. California governor OKs setting rules for disrupted meetings 2022-08-22T04:00:00Z But the presiding officer refused to let him do so after accusing the Scottish government of disrespecting the parliament by giving details of its plans to the media before it had told MSPs. Scottish independence: Angus Robertson says indyref2 to be held in October 2023 2022-06-15T04:00:00Z He asked Hogan and presiding officers to convene a special session to vote on it next week, on June 1. Surging gas taxes expected to be political weapon in Maryland politics 2022-05-26T04:00:00Z Excused absences are fairly routine in Salem, with lawmakers filing requests with presiding officers explaining why they are unable to attend. Oregon measure aims to limit legislative walkouts 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z The lieutenant governor is the chair of the Pardons Board and is the presiding officer during state Senate sessions. Pennsylvania lawmakers see terms ended by primary defeats 2022-05-18T04:00:00Z The 22-year-old Scottish Liberal Democrat is the granddaughter of Lord Steel of Aikwood - a former leader of the party and also the Scottish Parliament's first presiding officer. Council elections: The stories behind some of Scotland's new councillors 2022-05-11T04:00:00Z The presiding officer of the Scottish Parliament has to rule on whether any legislation that's brought forward is within Holyrood's competence. Scottish independence: Angus Robertson says indyref2 to be held in October 2023 2022-06-15T04:00:00Z Hogan has not responded, and the legislature’s presiding officers declined. Surging gas taxes expected to be political weapon in Maryland politics 2022-05-26T04:00:00Z If the presiding officer cannot be sure who the voter wanted to vote for, their ballot will be rejected. Scottish council elections 2022: SNP and Labour make gains amid Tory losses 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Alsobrooks personally met with Hogan, the presiding officers in both chambers and leaders on the budget to push for her vision. Pr. George’s officials say long-awaited transformation is coming 2022-04-18T04:00:00Z The state attorney general filed an appeal, but ultimately dropped it after the legislature adjusted the map and Hogan and the presiding officers agreed to move forward. Maryland appeals court upholds state’s legislative redistricting map 2022-04-13T04:00:00Z The government has now confirmed the move in a letter to the Scottish Parliament's presiding officer and relevant committee conveners. Lifting of Scottish face mask laws confirmed 2022-04-13T04:00:00Z But the presiding officers of the House and Senate have authority over their respective chambers and can impose masking requirements within them, the executive director of the Legislative Affairs Agency has said. Alaska House cancels another floor session 2022-03-30T04:00:00Z The presiding officers of the House and Senate have authority over their respective chambers and can impose masking requirements within them, said Jessica Geary, executive director of the Legislative Affairs Agency. Tensions flare in Alaska House over masking, floor sessions 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z Sen. Melony Griffith, a Prince George’s County Democrat, said the presiding officers requested the new map in legislation based on the court ruling and after consultation with the attorney general. Maryland lawmakers scramble to produce new congressional map 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z Hogan and the legislature’s presiding officers plan to hold a bill signing ceremony later this week. Hogan, lawmakers, announce agreement on $1.86B in tax relief 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z The legislature’s presiding officers have defended the original map as meeting “the letter of the law.” After ‘extreme’ gerrymandering, Maryland lawmakers rush to pass new congressional map 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z After the 2020 election, the Senate emerged with 50 Republicans and 50 who vote as Democrats, with Vice President Kamala Harris serving as the presiding officer. Will the evenly divided Senate complicate Jackson's road to Supreme Court? Yes, and here's how 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z That person would be its presiding officer, but not the President of the United States. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z It declares that the Senate’s presiding officer can close a vote if the signatory is the sole missing senator and his or her vote would be mathematically certain not to change the outcome. The Senate Moves in Slow Motion. Could This Speed It Up? 2022-02-17T05:00:00Z A year later, he was stunned to be voted out of the Nassau County Legislature, losing his perch as its presiding officer and majority leader. How a Long Island Republican Used a Mask Rebellion to Revive His Career 2022-02-10T05:00:00Z The presiding officers of the House of Representatives and Senate delivered the apology Tuesday on behalf of a cross-section of parties as part of a statement acknowledging a toxic workplace culture. Australian political leaders apologize to staff for abuses 2022-02-07T05:00:00Z “There are those in our party who believe that as the presiding officer over the joint session of Congress, I possessed unilateral authority to reject electoral college votes,” Mr. Pence said. Trump fires back at Pence over election remarks 2022-02-05T05:00:00Z Those members-to-be then choose a Speaker, who will be their permanent presiding officer. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z No changes have yet been announced for the House, which currently allows two lawmakers from each caucus and the presiding officer on the House floor, with the rest voting remotely. WA state Senate doubles number of members allowed on floor 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z Patrick, the presiding officer of the state Senate, endorsed Luttrell relatively early, acknowledging he does not normally issue endorsements outside Senate races "unless it's something very special to me." National GOP proxy war breaks out in crowded primary to succeed Texas congressman 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z Similarly, the presiding officer would be instructed that any particular vote could be kept open if one of the 68 lawmakers requested so. 68 senators move to circumvent Schumer and speed up the pace of votes 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z With the 100-member Senate evenly split between the parties, Democrats retain control only because of Ms. Harris’ tie-breaking vote as the presiding officer in the chamber. Biden ready for rare racial justice win with Supreme Court pick 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z The Constitution provides for the presiding officers of each house of Congress—the Speaker of the House and the president of the Senate. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z When Congress convened on Jan. 6, Nixon — then the vice president and thus the presiding officer — suggested that the Democratic electors’ votes from Hawaii be counted, putting an end to the controversy. As Giuliani coordinated plan for Trump electoral votes in states Biden won, some electors balked 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z “This indeed is an historic moment,” said Sen. Mark Obenshain, who gave a speech welcoming the presiding officer who will be referred to as madam president. Virginia’s 1st female lt. gov. takes her seat in the Senate 2022-01-17T05:00:00Z His service at Holyrood included a spell as a deputy presiding officer until May's election when he narrowly lost his seat to the SNP's Siobhian Brown. New Year Honours: Chief Medical Officer Gregor Smith knighted 2021-12-31T05:00:00Z At four hours, he challenged the presiding officer to a bet: “Let’s wager dinner.” Opinion | Kevin McCarthy wants you to know: He’s really, really angry 2021-11-19T05:00:00Z This is particularly so because the Speaker is both the elected presiding officer of the House and the acknowledged leader of its majority party. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z Activists say Senate Democrats should sidestep the parliamentarian and have Vice President Kamala Harris or another presiding officer rule that registration is allowed under budget rules. ‘We are your base’: Activists warn Democrats of election losses without full amnesty in budget 2021-11-15T05:00:00Z The three-page document outlined Pence’s interpretation of the Constitution, including his obligations as presiding officer and the limits of his power to move to alter the results. What happened on Jan. 6: Trump stands back as rioters breach Capitol He described a call by the presiding officers to launch oversight hearings a “legislative witchunt.” Hogan expressed support of hefty severance package, says former chief of staff Roy McGrath 2021-11-04T04:00:00Z “This is a critical moment for our nation’s history, and we strongly urge the presiding officer to use their authority to disregard the Senate Parliamentarian’s ruling,” the letter said. For the first Latino senator from California, citizenship for undocumented immigrants is personal 2021-10-24T04:00:00Z The Speaker chairs most sessions of the House but often appoints another member as temporary presiding officer. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z They’ve asked Vice President Kamala Harris to exercise her powers as presiding officer of the chamber to rule that a broad pathway to citizenship does fit within budget rules. Citizenship or else: Activists warn Dems over amnesty for illegal immigrants 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z On Saturday, MSPs received a letter from the presiding officer saying the Scottish Parliament would offer "advice and support" following the attack. Sir David Amess: Security advice for MSPs a 'matter of urgency' 2021-10-16T04:00:00Z The clips - parts of which are inaudible - show the Queen chatting with the Duchess of Cornwall and Elin Jones, the Senedd's presiding officer. Queen 'irritated' by climate change inaction in COP26 build-up 2021-10-15T04:00:00Z “Extraordinary isn’t it. I’ve been hearing all about Cop,” the 95-year-old monarch told Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, the wife of her son, Charles, Prince of Wales and the presiding officer of the Welsh assembly. Britain's queen irritated by leaders who are just talk on climate change 2021-10-15T04:00:00Z That seldom happens, but when it does, the Speaker appoints another member as the temporary presiding officer and he or she then occupies the Speaker’s chair. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z The Lakota school board's bylaws reportedly grant their presiding officer the ability to remove "a disorderly person when that person's conduct interferes with the orderly progress of the meeting." Republican Senate candidate gets booted from Ohio school board meeting 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z Advocates say Ms. Harris, as the presiding officer of the Senate, could override the chamber parliamentarian’s decision that has, so far, prevented Democrats from adding the amnesty to the multi-trillion dollar package. Kamala Harris faces pressure to deliver on amnesty 2021-10-06T04:00:00Z With those banal few words from Holyrood's presiding officer, the Conservatives' attempt to topple Nicola Sturgeon as first minister ended in failure. Unresolved questions of Holyrood's Alex Salmond saga 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z First, as presiding officer of the joint session in which Congress certifies the election, Pence would open and count the ballots. Opinion | Trump Had a Mob. He Also Had a Plan. 2021-09-24T04:00:00Z The Constitution makes the Vice President the president of the Senate, the Senate’s presiding officer. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z Mr Yousaf had earlier been told off by the parliament's presiding officer after he revealed details of his plan to the Daily Record newspaper before formally announcing it in the Holyrood chamber. Covid in Scotland: Soldiers to drive ambulances from this weekend 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z Activists want to see Ms. Harris, who as vice president is the chief presiding officer of the Senate, make a different ruling. Kamala Harris faces pressure to deliver on amnesty 2021-10-06T04:00:00Z Sir Lindsay Hoyle showed parliamentary presiding officers from some of the world's richest nations around the ITV set after a G7 summit in Lancashire. Nancy Pelosi in G7 Speakers visit to Coronation Street 2021-09-19T04:00:00Z But that is what happens when you are feeding one of the United States' most powerful politicians, Nancy Pelosi, as well as parliamentary presiding officers from the world's richest nations. US politician Nancy Pelosi heads to Chorley, Lancashire for G7 summit 2021-09-17T04:00:00Z The Vice President has not become the Senate’s presiding officer out of long service in that body. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z And there’s still the confusion sown by Trump over the role of the vice president, a presiding officer whose name is often on the ballots being counted. Congress still needs to fix the law that made the Jan. 6 riot possible. Mitch McConnell could help 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Legislative experts, including former parliamentarians themselves, say that while following a parliamentarian’s ruling has become standard in the Senate, the presiding officer always retains the right to make a different ruling. Kamala Harris faces pressure to deliver on amnesty 2021-10-06T04:00:00Z Amid an angry response from SNP MSPs, Ms Sturgeon complained to the presiding officer that she was "deeply offended" by the remark by Ms White. Tory MSP apologises for suggesting Nicola Sturgeon is anti-English 2021-09-02T04:00:00Z Sir Lindsay said speakers and presiding officers would be "working together, sharing experiences, sharing knowledge" at the summit in the town. Chorley chosen to host G7 Speakers' Summit of parliamentarians 2021-06-18T04:00:00Z The president of the Senate does have the usual powers of a presiding officer: to recognize members, put questions to a vote, and so on. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z During Senate floor sessions, the parliamentarian or an assistant parliamentarian is present, sitting near the presiding officer and answering questions about procedure. The obscure, unelected Senate official whose rulings can help — or kill — Biden's agenda 2021-06-14T04:00:00Z Gov. Dan Patrick, the presiding officer in the Senate who later criticized his Republican colleagues in the House for not working hard enough. ‘Contested, Heated Culture Wars’ Mark Ultraconservative Texas Session 2021-06-01T04:00:00Z The first minister told the presiding officer that she was "deeply offended" by the comment and wanted Ms White to be "asked to reflect on that and to withdraw the comment". Tory MSP apologises for suggesting Nicola Sturgeon is anti-English 2021-09-02T04:00:00Z The appointment of the new presiding officer was the first task for the parliament's 129 MSPs after they were formally sworn in. MSPs elect new deputy presiding officers 2021-05-14T04:00:00Z Conferees—managers—are named by the respective presiding officers. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z The session is taking place at 16:00, following the election of the Scottish Parliament's deputy presiding officers. Urgent questions on Covid rules, immigration and exams 2021-05-14T04:00:00Z The leader of the Conservative Senedd group, Andrew RT Davies, has said having a Tory presiding officer or deputy presiding officer would be "a sensible way" to build consensus. Wales election: Senedd meets for first time since poll 2021-05-12T04:00:00Z The presiding officer acts as the Senedd's figurehead, chairing meetings in the chamber. Wales election: Elin Jones bids to stay Senedd presiding officer 2021-05-11T04:00:00Z Any referendum legislation would need to be certified as within Holyrood's powers by Scotland's top law officer, the lord advocate, and parliament's presiding officer who is elected on Thursday. Constitutional clash is coming... but not yet 2021-05-10T04:00:00Z The Senate does have another presiding officer, the president pro tempore who serves in the Vice President’s absence. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z The new Senedd is expected to meet for the first time in the next week to elect a presiding officer and deputy presiding officer to conduct proceedings. Covid: Mark Drakeford set for lockdown talks after Welsh election win 2021-05-09T04:00:00Z The first business will be the appointment of the presiding officer, to conduct proceedings, followed by the election of a deputy presiding officer. Wales election: Senedd meets for first time since poll 2021-05-12T04:00:00Z A potential candidate for presiding officer from the Tory group is under consideration. Wales election: Elin Jones bids to stay Senedd presiding officer 2021-05-11T04:00:00Z Oxford City Council confirmed the presiding officer instead used their car as a makeshift polling station. Elections 2021: Car boot used as polling station 2021-05-06T04:00:00Z Local councils recruit the presiding officer and staff to conduct the ballot, count the votes and process the postal votes. Elections 2021: What can't I do in a polling station? 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z If no senator is present who wants to continue, the presiding officer of the Senate would rule that the debate was over and would schedule a simple majority vote for cloture. Republicans are radicalizing Senate Democrats on the filibuster 2021-03-08T05:00:00Z But they might choose the rarely utilized, hardball tactic of having the presiding officer, presumably Harris, ignore her and announce that the minimum wage language meets the test to stay in the overall legislation. For Senate rules arbiter, minimum wage is latest minefield 2021-02-23T05:00:00Z Democrats dropped their efforts to modify the legislation, but the General Assembly’s presiding officers vowed to launch a stand-alone proposal, which the Senate approved 32 to 15 on Friday with solely Democratic support. Maryland passed the nation’s largest tax credit for the poor. Democrats want it for noncitizens, too. 2021-02-20T05:00:00Z “I’ve never had anyone, Republican or Democrat, say my rulings were not fair. That is what the presiding officer is supposed to do.” Trifecta of Roles for Leahy: Witness, Juror and Judge in Trump’s Trial 2021-02-09T05:00:00Z Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont, the presiding officer of the trial, banged the gavel and convened the court of impeachment. Second impeachment trial of Trump begins in Senate 2021-02-09T05:00:00Z When attendance by videoconference is authorized, the presiding officer is to be physically present in the Capitol when conducting a session. Alaska Senate OKs remote voting if needed during pandemic 2021-02-03T05:00:00Z But as the presiding officer, Mr. Leahy, Democrat of Vermont, could issue rulings on key questions around the admissibility of evidence and whether a trial of a former president is even allowed under the Constitution. With Impeachment Trial Looming, Republicans Waver on Punishing Trump 2021-01-25T05:00:00Z Mr. Pence, the presiding officer of the joint session of Congress that day, had angered Mr. Trump by refusing his demand to send the election results back to battleground states. ‘Victory smoke in the Capitol, boys’: Affidavits reveal Capitol rioters trail of videos, media posts 2021-01-24T05:00:00Z The role of presiding officer in an impeachment trial has traditionally been a murky and limited one. Trifecta of Roles for Leahy: Witness, Juror and Judge in Trump’s Trial 2021-02-09T05:00:00Z In picking the Colorado congresswoman, she chose someone with deep experience in the House and in the presiding officer’s chair. Diana DeGette: Impeachment Manager Has Deep Experience in the House 2021-01-13T05:00:00Z When Fetterman resisted the move, Republicans voted to remove him as presiding officer. Editorial Roundup: Pennsylvania 2021-01-13T05:00:00Z Yet because no senator would sign on, presiding officer Vice President Mike Pence dismissed Brooks’ challenge. Editorial Roundup: Alabama 2021-01-13T05:00:00Z A cloddish barbarian in the presiding officer’s chair. Opinion | Trump’s evangelicals were complicit in the desecration of our democracy 2021-01-07T05:00:00Z On Wednesday afternoon, dozens in a pro-Trump mob took over the presiding officer’s chair in the Senate, the offices of the House speaker and the Senate dais, where one yelled, “Trump won that election.” Ohio governor: Trump started fire that threatens democracy 2021-01-07T05:00:00Z The pro-Trump mob took over the presiding officer’s chair in the Senate, the offices of the House speaker and the Senate dais, where one yelled, “Trump won that election.” Chaos, violence, mockery as pro-Trump mob occupies Congress 2021-01-07T05:00:00Z Mr. Pence rebuffed the president’s demand that he use his role as presiding officer over the Electoral College count to reject electors for Mr. Biden. A Mob and the Breach of Democracy: The Violent End of the Trump Era 2021-01-06T05:00:00Z They overpowered Capitol Police, climbed scaffolding, scaled walls, shattered glass, busted into the Senate chamber and stood at the presiding officer’s desk, and broke into Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s hastily abandoned office. Opinion | President Trump has committed treason 2021-01-06T05:00:00Z Constitution makes the vice president the presiding officer of the Senate, who can vote only in case of a tie. Explainer: How a U.S. Senate divided 50-50 on party lines could work 2021-01-06T05:00:00Z Pence’s role as presiding officer in the affair is ceremonial, but Trump claims the vice-president has the power to “reject fraudulently chosen electors” – allegations debunked by experts. Democrats in touching distance of Senate control | First Thing 2021-01-06T05:00:00Z The Senate voted to make Corman its presiding officer, and the House elected Lancaster County Republican Rep. Bryan Cutler as speaker. Fight over close race mars first day for Pennsylvania Senate 2021-01-05T05:00:00Z At the end, the presiding officer announces who has won the majority of votes for both president and vice president. EXPLAINER: How Congress will count Electoral College votes 2021-01-05T05:00:00Z The House is expected to elect Lancaster County Republican Rep. Bryan Cutler as speaker, and the Senate is poised to make Centre County Republican Sen. Jake Corman its presiding officer, president pro tempore. Pennsylvania legislators to kick off session by taking oath 2021-01-05T05:00:00Z But some lawmakers warned that permitting the presiding officer to accept a state’s illegal vote could set a “dangerous precedent,” according to Congress’s record of the debate in the Congressional Globe. A blizzard, a disputed electoral vote count and the 1887 law tying Pence’s hands 2021-01-04T05:00:00Z At the end, the presiding officer announces who has won the majority votes for both president and vice president. EXPLAINER: How Congress will count Electoral College votes 2021-01-03T05:00:00Z Will the presiding officer, Vice President Pence, resist pressure from President Trump and his supporters to write a new script for the proceedings? ‘Grace and humor’: The vice presidents who certified their own election losses 2021-01-02T05:00:00Z At one point Friday, the Senate’s presiding officer mistakenly called Schumer the majority leader. GOP rebuffs Trump on $2K aid, defense as Congress wraps up 2021-01-02T05:00:00Z Congress will gather next week in a joint session, where Vice President Pence as the presiding officer will read aloud the results of this month’s electoral college vote confirming Biden won the November election. Hawley’s plan to contest electoral college vote certification ensures drawn-out process 2020-12-30T05:00:00Z But the presiding officer will not hear the objection unless it is in writing and signed by both a member of the House and a member of the Senate. EXPLAINER: How Congress will count Electoral College votes 2020-12-30T05:00:00Z With that he signaled to the presiding officer and watched with satisfaction as the green lights signifying "aye" lit up the board. Obama's new book offers key insight about how laws really get made 2020-12-22T05:00:00Z The presiding officer opens the envelopes in alphabetical order, and House and Senate “tellers” read the results aloud. ‘Grace and humor’: The vice presidents who certified their own election losses 2021-01-02T05:00:00Z The presiding officer opens and presents the certificates of the electoral votes in alphabetical order of the states. EXPLAINER: How Congress will count Electoral College votes 2020-12-15T05:00:00Z The only people permitted on the House floor will be presiding officers, the minority leader and caucus floor leaders. Washington House releases remote legislative session plan 2020-12-11T05:00:00Z The tellers record and count the votes, The presiding officer announces who has won the majority votes for both president and vice president. EXPLAINER: How Congress will count Electoral College votes 2020-12-30T05:00:00Z He is the presiding officer in the Senate, but Noti says the law was written to limit the vice president’s authority, realizing he probably has a keen interest in the outcome. How Trump allies in Congress can launch one more challenge to Biden’s win, in January 2020-12-04T05:00:00Z Ministers and the Parliament's presiding officers are entitled to extra money on top of this. Pay rise for MSPs 'wholly inappropriate' 2020-12-04T05:00:00Z However, the presiding officer will not hear the objection unless it is in writing and signed by both a member of the House and a member of the Senate. EXPLAINER: How Congress will count Electoral College votes 2020-12-15T05:00:00Z "Exposing all the people who can't say anything, I understand. The people in front of you, and the presiding officer and expose all the staff here — and the majority leader just doesn't seem to care." Ted Cruz calls Democratic senator "a complete ass" for asking Republican colleague to wear a mask 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z In Maryland, the presiding officers are not reconsidering their plans for the upcoming 90-day session, which also begins Jan. 13. Virginia House of Delegates to meet online in 2021 as coronavirus cases rise 2020-11-16T05:00:00Z "Now, in my capacity as vice president, I am the president of the Senate, the presiding officer. I'm up in the Senate most Tuesdays when they're in session," Cheney said. Top 5 vice-presidential debate moments in US history 2020-10-05T04:00:00Z The presiding officer replied that "the matter is being pursued by the convener of that committee", but warned the Tory MSP that "using words like lie is not appropriate in this chamber". MSP ejected from chamber over Sturgeon 'liar' jibe 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z The tellers then record and count the votes, and the presiding officer announces who has won the majority votes for both president and vice president. EXPLAINER: How Congress will count Electoral College votes 2020-12-15T05:00:00Z "I'd start by asking the presiding officer to please wear a mask as he speaks," Brown told Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska., who was presiding over the Senate floor at the time of the incident. Ted Cruz calls Democratic senator "a complete ass" for asking Republican colleague to wear a mask 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z “It’s hard to know who is living in what house,” said Ms. Grant, 50, who is also Winhall’s treasurer, registrar of deeds, tax collector and presiding officer of elections. The Virus Sent Droves to a Small Town. Suddenly, It’s Not So Small. 2020-09-26T04:00:00Z He resigned from that post Aug. 17, a few days after the presiding officers of the General Assembly called for a special hearing to look into the severance payment. MES board members say they were told Hogan approved severance; governor has denied it 2020-08-24T04:00:00Z Reports of the payout sparked an inquiry from the presiding officers of the Maryland General Assembly, both Democrats, who questioned the payout and on Friday announced plans to hold hearings. Under scrutiny for receiving a large severance, Hogan’s chief of staff resigns 2020-08-17T04:00:00Z “We are all Democrats, and we need to act like it,” the presiding officer scolded delegates. Sanders delegates signing petition to vote against Dem platform that doesn’t include ‘Medicare-for-all’ 2020-07-27T04:00:00Z Roberts, whose light touch as the presiding officer in Trump’s impeachment trial just seven months ago was seen as aiding Trump’s expeditious acquittal, doubted the argument. US supreme court gives conservatives the blues but what's really going on? 2020-07-04T04:00:00Z In the series finale, Abzug is fired as the presiding officer of President Jimmy Carter’s women’s advisory committee, spurring the mass resignation of other members. Fact-checking 'Mrs. America': Schlafly role in Reagan election 2020-05-27T04:00:00Z The presiding officers applauded the governor for his early response to the coronavirus outbreak, but the letter hints that they think the state may be moving too quickly on reopening. Md. releases ‘staggering’ forecast of economic damage; 103,633 filed jobless claims last week; Pr. George’s extends order 2020-05-14T04:00:00Z He was admonished by the presiding officer for using "vulgarity" on the floor. House passes $484B coronavirus small business relief bill, sends to Trump 2020-04-23T04:00:00Z Last month, the House and Senate voted unanimously to pay Williams as well, but more than four weeks later, the presiding officers have yet to sign the bill and send it to the governor. Editorial Roundup: Florida 2020-04-22T04:00:00Z The presiding officers say they will keep evaluating the need and timing of a future special session. Maryland General Assembly won’t hold special session in May 2020-04-20T04:00:00Z The presiding officers sent a letter to Hogan last month urging him to explore offering an in-person option for the primary. Hogan predicts drastic budget cuts, freezes non-coronavirus state spending; D.C. mayor says stay home over Easter weekend 2020-04-10T04:00:00Z Maryland’s presiding officers said Tuesday they disagree with a recent proposal by the State Board of Elections to conduct the June 2 primary solely by mail. D.C. region’s death toll rises; Hogan says worker believed to have brought virus into nursing home 2020-03-31T04:00:00Z Ms. Stevens shouted, as the presiding officer, Representative Anthony Brown, Democrat of Maryland, banged his gavel in a futile attempt to silence her. $2 Trillion Coronavirus Stimulus Bill Is Signed Into Law 2020-03-27T04:00:00Z The governor initially included the legislature’s presiding officers in his briefings. Leadership in a pandemic: How Hogan, Bowser and Northam have taken charge 2020-03-18T04:00:00Z The Maryland General Assembly’s presiding officers announced heightened social distancing policies Friday, barring lobbyists from State House legislative chambers and allowing them to enter state office buildings only by appointment. Maryland lawmakers prepare for possible early adjournment; lobbyists barred from legislative chambers 2020-03-13T04:00:00Z But he showed no inclination to explore the limits of his role as presiding officer. John Roberts Condemns Schumer for Saying Justices ‘Will Pay the Price’ for ‘Awful Decisions’ 2020-03-04T05:00:00Z "The presiding officer declines to read the question as submitted," Roberts said at the time. Rand Paul rips YouTube after it yanks video of him naming alleged whistleblower: “This is dangerous” 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z Chief Justice Roberts certainly showed no inclination to explore the limits of his role as presiding officer, for the very reason Ms. Warren noted. Chief Justice’s Impeachment Handbook: Determined Minimalism 2020-02-10T05:00:00Z "The presiding officer declines to read the question as submitted," Roberts said. Rand Paul outs alleged Ukraine whistleblower on Senate floor after John Roberts tried to stop him 2020-02-05T05:00:00Z The presiding officer role lacks much authority so there was little Roberts could have done even if he had wanted to, said Sarah Binder, a scholar at the Brookings Institution think tank. 'Wishful thinking': Chief justice no savior for liberals at Trump trial 2020-02-04T05:00:00Z "Is the chief justice aware that in the impeachment trial of President Johnson, Chief Justice Chase, as presiding officer, cast tie-breaking votes on both March 31 and April 2, 1868?" Chief Justice John Roberts tells Schumer he won't break ties in impeachment trial 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z Roberts placed the card face-down and said, "The presiding officer declines to read the question as submitted." Murkowski appears to ding Warren in statement announcing 'no' vote on impeachment witnesses 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z “The presiding officer declines to read the question as submitted,” he said. Trump trial could end soon; Alexander says no to witnesses 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z “There’s no real certainty what the power of the presiding officer is,” said Braun, who added that Republicans consider it “unlikely” that Roberts would intervene. Senate appears ready to reject witnesses in Trump impeachment trial, acquittal vote possible Friday 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z “On the other hand, just by hewing to the traditionally minimalist role of presiding officer, Roberts did help bring a swift end to the trial,” Binder said. 'Wishful thinking': Chief justice no savior for liberals at Trump trial 2020-02-04T05:00:00Z But whatever powers Roberts has as the trial’s presiding officer, it would be out of character for him to do anything to grab the spotlight. Gavel time: Will chief justice expand his impeachment role? 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z “The presiding officer declines to read the question as submitted,” Roberts said of Paul’s question, which also included the name of a Schiff staffer. Senators pose more questions ahead of crucial vote on witnesses 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z “The presiding officer declines to read the question as submitted,” Roberts announced. Roberts declines to read Paul question on whistleblower 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z But in an impeachment trial, the presiding officer of the Senate is Roberts, not the vice president. Senate appears ready to reject witnesses in Trump impeachment trial, acquittal vote possible Friday 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z One of Trump’s lawyers, Jay Sekulow, said the idea that the presiding officer could on his own make such decisions would be “quite a step.” New phase of impeachment trial could change Roberts’s role: more judging, less substitute teacher 2020-01-29T05:00:00Z In his current role as the trial’s presiding officer, Roberts is uniquely isolated. Gavel time: Will chief justice expand his impeachment role? 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z “There’s a lot of uncertainty in terms of what happens with the presiding officer, especially being the chief justice … At that point, he’s got the prerogative of the chair.” Senators pose more questions ahead of crucial vote on witnesses 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z But during the first presidential impeachment trial — the unsuccessful effort to remove Andrew Johnson in 1868 — Chief Justice Salmon P. Chase twice cast tiebreaking votes on motions as the presiding officer. How Many Republican Votes Are Needed to Subpoena Bolton? 4, 3 or None? 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z “The presiding officer declines to read the question as submitted,” Roberts said. Senate appears ready to reject witnesses in Trump impeachment trial, acquittal vote possible Friday 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z The presiding officer said no, and “Milk While Speaking” was added to the Senate rules. Pettifogging, Three Amigos and ‘Head on a Pike’: A Trump Impeachment Glossary 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z The action was announced even as Roberts sat as the presiding officer in Trump’s impeachment trial in the U.S. U.S. Supreme Court allows Trump's 'public charge' immigration curb 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z Finally, the note landed on the desk of the Senate’s presiding officer, in this case the chief justice of the United States, for a final ruling: No phones. No coffee. No talking. How senators are coping with long days of impeachment arguments 2020-01-24T05:00:00Z They argued that Chief Justice Roberts, as the presiding officer, has unilateral power to subpoena witnesses because a clause in the 1986-era rules for impeachment trials says presiding officers may issue orders on their own. How Many Republican Votes Are Needed to Subpoena Bolton? 4, 3 or None? 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z Chase said, then, in the case of a tie, he wanted to be able to cast a vote, exercising the same power that a vice president, as presiding officer of the Senate, would have. Opinion | If John Roberts is seeking a role model, let’s hope it’s not Salmon Chase 2020-01-23T05:00:00Z The chief justice of the United States, as presiding officer, doesn’t speak often, and when he does the words are usually scripted and perfunctory: Opinion | John Roberts comes face to face with the mess he made 2020-01-23T05:00:00Z “In the 1905 Swayne trial, a senator objected when one of the managers used the word ‘pettifogging’ and the presiding officer said the word ought not to have been used,” Chief Justice Roberts said. Rebuke From Roberts Signals His Limited Role in Trump’s Senate Trial 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z "In the 1905 Swayne trial, a senator objected when one of the managers used the word 'pettifogging' and the presiding officer said the word ought not to have been used," Justice Roberts said. Why is 'pettifogging' suddenly in the news? 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z The Senate’s presiding officer replied that there wasn’t a rule prohibiting it. Got milk: GOP pols drink dairy on Senate floor, following strict impeachment rules 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z “In the 1905 Swayne trial, a senator objected when one of the managers used the word ‘pettifogging’ and the presiding officer said the word ought not to have been used,” Justice Roberts said. Chief Justice Roberts admonishes during Senate trial: Both sides ‘should remember where they are’ 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z “It seems to be common ground, though, that, as with other decisions in the Senate by the presiding officer, he could be overruled by a majority of the Senators.” How much power does Chief Justice Roberts have in the impeachment trial? 2020-01-21T05:00:00Z The other reason was to avoid the conflict of interest inherent in having the usual presiding officer of the Senate in charge, the vice president. Opinion | What impeachment watchers are getting wrong about John Roberts’s role 2020-01-17T05:00:00Z “The presiding officer on the trial may rule on all questions of evidence including, but not limited to, questions of relevancy, materiality, and redundancy of evidence and incidental questions,” Rule VII states. Analysis | Senate GOP hopes for a drama-free impeachment trial while bracing for Trump and his legal team 2020-01-16T05:00:00Z The Constitution mandates the chief justice serve as the presiding officer, and Roberts made the short trip across the street from the Supreme Court to the Capitol. Trump’s trial begins at the start of an election year 2020-01-16T05:00:00Z The Constitution mandates the chief justice serve as the presiding officer, and Roberts made the short trip across the street from the Supreme Court to the Capitol. Trump’s trial begins at the start of an election year 2020-01-17T05:00:00Z The chief justice’s role as presiding officer is limited mainly to keeping the process on track. U.S. chief justice faces unfamiliar glare of spotlight at Trump trial 2020-01-16T05:00:00Z Roberts is making the short trip from the Supreme Court to the Capitol on Thursday to be sworn in as the trial’s presiding officer, a duty that is mandated by the Constitution. John Roberts likely to play modest role in impeachment trial 2020-01-16T05:00:00Z Senate Pro Tempore Chuck Grassley of Iowa will administer Roberts’ oath as the court’s presiding officer. ‘Impartial Justice’? What to watch in Trump’s Senate trial 2020-01-15T05:00:00Z The chief justice as presiding officer should follow such standards in determining how to rule on any demands to admit evidence, allow witnesses to testify or obtain documents. Opinion | It’s up to John Roberts to make sure senators stay true to their oath 2020-01-15T05:00:00Z “But they needed to replace the vice president, who is ordinarily the Senate’s presiding officer but here had an obvious conflict of interest. They settled on the chief justice.” Trump’s Impeachment Trial a Perilous Duty for Chief Justice 2020-01-14T05:00:00Z Specifically, the presiding officer has power to “rule on all questions of evidence including, but not limited to, questions of relevancy, materiality, and redundancy of evidence.” Opinion | John Roberts won’t save the country from Trump 2020-01-14T05:00:00Z Start with the presiding officer, in the top-most chair, normally occupied by Vice President Mike Pence or a rotating cast of senators. ‘Fail Not:’ What to watch ahead of Trump’s Senate trial 2020-01-11T05:00:00Z Maryland lawmakers launched an era of younger and more diverse leadership in the General Assembly on Wednesday, electing new presiding officers to shepherd them into the next decade. Maryland General Assembly launches new era with Jones, Ferguson in top posts 2020-01-08T05:00:00Z In fact, Roberts as presiding officer has the ability to force senators to be true to their oath to “do impartial justice according to the Constitution and laws.” Opinion | It’s up to John Roberts to make sure senators stay true to their oath 2020-01-15T05:00:00Z The first day of the 90-day session will include a vote for the Senate’s first new presiding officer in more than three decades. Maryland’s legislative session begins 2020-01-08T05:00:00Z Then again, Chase is hardly the best role model for an impartial presiding officer. Opinion | John Roberts won’t save the country from Trump 2020-01-14T05:00:00Z As Maryland’s lawmakers return to Annapolis on Wednesday for their annual 90-day legislative session, they will greet new presiding officers for the first time in 17 years. ‘Dramatic new ballgame’: New political era dawns in Annapolis 2020-01-06T05:00:00Z In separate interviews with The Washington Post this week, the Democratic presiding officers each vowed to pass the entire costly education package, known as the Kirwan plan, without resorting to traditional tax hikes. Leading Maryland Democrats: No rate hikes to income, property or sales taxes in 2020 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z The normally reserved and mild-mannered Roberts, 64, will have the largely symbolic role of presiding officer, with senators casting the crucial votes. Coming out of the shadows: the U.S. chief justice who will preside over Trump's trial 2020-01-01T05:00:00Z “I’m not recommending it, but it’s possible for the Senate, through the presiding officer, the chief justice, to appoint a committee to hear additional evidence, if the Senate thinks it’s necessary,” he said. Republican senator: no rules, many options for Trump impeachment trial 2019-12-29T05:00:00Z One potential wrinkle involves whether the chief justice, as presiding officer, can break a tie if the Senate were to split 50-50 on some question. Opinion | John Roberts won’t save the country from Trump 2020-01-14T05:00:00Z Ackerman’s thesis is that the Senate’s own Rules of Procedure and Practice specifies it is the “presiding officer” who “shall direct all forms of the proceedings.” The coming showdown in the Senate 2019-12-27T05:00:00Z He would wear his judicial robes at every public session, from the seat normally reserved for the presiding officer. Chief Justice Roberts poised for starring role in a Trump impeachment trial 2019-12-23T05:00:00Z In the Senate trial set to take place in January, Roberts’ role as presiding officer is limited mainly to keeping the process on track. Coming out of the shadows: the U.S. chief justice who will preside over Trump's trial 2020-01-01T05:00:00Z On Wednesday, with Ms. Pelosi sitting in the presiding officer’s chair, gavel in hand, Mr. Trump became the third American president to be impeached. Steering Impeachment With an Iron Grip, Pelosi Forges a Legacy She Never Sought 2019-12-18T05:00:00Z The Senate’s standing rules on impeachment provide that the presiding officer “shall direct all the forms of proceedings” during an impeachment trial. Opinion | John Roberts won’t save the country from Trump 2020-01-14T05:00:00Z Once Roberts replaces Vice President Mike Pence as the Senate’s presiding officer, McConnell’s attempt to change the rules would generate a constitutional crisis, reports Slate. The coming showdown in the Senate 2019-12-27T05:00:00Z Jobs available include being the presiding officer, conducting the ballot, counting the votes and processing the postal votes. Can you take a selfie at a polling station? 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z Finally, McConnell looked up at the Senate’s presiding officer, growing slightly emotional. Analysis | McConnell once called Biden ‘a real friend’ and a ‘trusted partner.’ Now he’s quiet as Trump, GOP attack him. 2019-11-29T05:00:00Z Writing to the assembly's presiding officer, they say the commissioner role should be replaced by a new panel. Calls for new system to ensure politicians behave 2019-11-14T05:00:00Z “And as a result, he got a great deal of respect from senators of both parties of being a fair presiding officer in that trial,” he said. Senate impeachment trial to test chief justice who has tangled with Trump 2019-11-05T05:00:00Z A presiding officer, responsible for the polling station throughout the day, is paid between £200 and £300. Do MPs still get paid - and other election questions 2019-11-05T05:00:00Z They're also responsible for finding presiding officers to oversee each polling station, poll clerks to staff the stations and counting assistants to finalise the result. How to register to vote, and other election questions 2019-10-29T04:00:00Z Mr. Rannoane, who also serves as the presiding officer for elections, did not provide additional details about the results. Botswana Election Won by President, Despite Rift with Predecessor 2019-10-25T04:00:00Z Now, neither presiding officer will represent the densely populated Washington suburbs, which have relied on Miller to champion hospitals, transportation projects and other expensive infrastructure. Maryland Democrats back Bill Ferguson to succeed Mike Miller as Senate president 2019-10-24T04:00:00Z Republican lawmakers in 2015 chose Upmeyer to be the first woman in Iowa to hold the job as speaker of the House, the presiding officer over the legislative chamber. Iowa House Speaker Upmeyer to resign, not seek re-election 2019-09-30T04:00:00Z Gov. Dan Patrick, the presiding officer of the Senate, in leading lawmakers away from culture war debates of previous sessions to enact comprehensive school finance reform and property tax relief. A Texas-Size Political Scandal Threatens Powerful House Speaker 2019-08-16T04:00:00Z Ms Godman's profile at Holyrood was boosted after eight years serving as a deputy presiding officer, and she was never afraid of stepping outside party lines when it came to issues in her constituency. Tributes to former MSP Trish Godman 2019-07-21T04:00:00Z Hoyer was presiding after Rep. Emanuel Cleaver of Missouri stormed away from the presiding officer’s chair, lamenting, “We want to just fight,” apparently aimed at Republicans. House vote condemns Trump’s tweets, draws some GOP support 2019-07-16T04:00:00Z By tradition, committee members select the Fed chair as their presiding officer, but they are free to choose anyone on the panel. White House explored legality of demoting Fed Chairman Powell 2019-06-18T04:00:00Z The chamber's presiding officer at the time, Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Texas, also spoke up, reminding Fudge she couldn't read other people's remarks attacking the president. Andy Biggs: Dem who caused House clash reading letter blasting Trump supporters intentionally 'creating strife' 2019-06-13T04:00:00Z The assembly's presiding officer is equivalent to the speaker of the House of Commons - overseeing the conduct of debates and the business of the Senedd chamber. Senedd presiding officer accused of bias 2019-06-07T04:00:00Z Jones is the third African American woman in the country to serve as a presiding officer in a state legislature, according to the Center for American Women and Politics. Del. Adrienne Jones becomes first African American, first woman to serve as Maryland House speaker 2019-04-30T04:00:00Z Davis would be the first African American presiding officer in Maryland history and only the fifth in the country, according to the Maryland Legislative Black Caucus. Del. Dereck Davis: Veteran Maryland lawmaker with centrist credentials 2019-04-30T04:00:00Z But his surrogates publicly marketed Davis on Friday, touting the significance of electing Maryland’s first African American presiding officer in the House. Maggie McIntosh leads behind-the-scenes race to be Maryland House speaker 2019-04-12T04:00:00Z It would also expressly prohibit board members from using their office for private gain, forbid any future single-source bids and require audits that are sent to the governor and the legislature’s presiding officers. U-Md. Medical System board asks chief executive to take a leave amid scandal 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z Two members are appointed by the governor and one each by the presiding officers of the House and Senate and the chief justice of the Supreme Court. Number of states using redistricting commissions growing 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z The system’s board members are appointed by the governor and the General Assembly’s presiding officers. Baltimore mayor resigns from board of U.-Md. Medical System 2019-03-18T04:00:00Z The governor and the General Assembly’s presiding officers appoint most of the private institution’s Board of Directors. Maryland hospital system under fire for ‘self dealing’ 2019-03-15T04:00:00Z He was elected as an MSP when the Scottish Parliament opened in 1999, and was appointed as the parliament's first presiding officer. Liberal Democrats investigate former leader 2019-03-14T04:00:00Z As is customary for the presiding officer, he is the only senator with zero bills introduced under his own name. Gruters, Perry lead session in number of bills filed 2019-03-06T05:00:00Z “We have called for an independent investigation and I am still very confident in the truth,” Mr. Fairfax said as he entered the Senate chamber, where he serves as the presiding officer. Justin Fairfax presides over Virginia Senate as Patrick Hope impeachment push stalls 2019-02-11T05:00:00Z If a test shows evidence of drug use, the division would provide the results to the presiding officer of the lawmaker’s chamber for referral to a special disciplinary committee. SD legislator drug testing bill advances to Senate floor 2019-01-31T05:00:00Z The House and Senate ban openly carried weapons in their galleries, and in the Senate, where Habib is the presiding officer, he extended that ban to cover concealed weapons as well. Washington lieutenant governor skips Inslee’s speech over gun fears 2019-01-16T05:00:00Z But the presiding officers said the stadium would need infrastructure, including sidewalks, sewer and roads. Minimum wage, health care and education expected to dominate the Maryland General Assembly 2019-01-06T05:00:00Z While “certain conflicts of interest are inherent in part-time service” as a lawmaker, it has said, the presiding officer “has an even higher duty” to the citizens of the state. He is West Virginia’s Speaker of the House — and a lawyer for natural gas companies 2018-12-10T05:00:00Z Besides acting as the Senate’s presiding officer, Bryant oversaw the state Office on Aging as lieutenant governor. Kevin Bryant is ready for life after 14 years in statehouse 2018-12-01T05:00:00Z The speaker of the House is constitutionally the presiding officer of the lower legislative chamber and statutorily second in line to the presidency, after the vice president. Nancy Pelosi’s Last Battle 2018-11-19T05:00:00Z The chamber’s presiding officer, speaker of the House, will be elected in January. The Latest: State House Democrats pick leadership team 2018-11-13T05:00:00Z The four presiding officers responsible for delivering a rulebook for the Paris Agreement are midway through negotiations in Bangkok. Monday briefing: How AI tools reveal hidden connections in the scientific literature 2018-09-09T04:00:00Z Lord Steel was Liberal leader for 12 years and spent 32 years as an MP before serving as the first presiding officer of the Scottish Parliament. Lord Steel's son 'devastated' by death 2018-09-04T04:00:00Z Newly sworn Supreme Court Justice Paul T. Farrell will be the presiding officer, and senators will serve as jurors. West Virginia Senate sets appearance for impeached justices 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z He was immediately entitled to a pension for serving as presiding officer, but opted to donate it to charities in his constituency while he was still receiving an MSP's salary. Former Holyrood presiding officer dies 2018-07-31T04:00:00Z Earlier on Twitter, Tricia Marwick, a former presiding officer of the Scottish Parliament and a close ally of Sturgeon’s, said what everyone else was thinking. Trump faces awkward meeting with May at Chequers as protests build – live updates 2018-07-13T04:00:00Z He was quickly gaveled by the presiding officer, Rep. Karen Handel, R-Ga., who told him to stop playing the audio because it was against House rules. The Latest: Pentagon seeking space for adult migrants 2018-06-22T04:00:00Z Rep. Ted Lieu of California violated House rules Friday by playing a recording of crying children who were separated from their parents at the border, ignoring a presiding officer who implored him to stop. Ted Lieu plays tape of crying children from House floor 2018-06-22T04:00:00Z On Tuesday the presiding officer Elin Jones said there was a "serious" problem with inappropriate behaviour at the Welsh Assembly. Claims made of Assembly sexual assaults 2018-06-20T04:00:00Z First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said Sir Alex was a "distinguished presiding officer and a dedicated parliamentarian with friends and admirers from across the political spectrum". Former Holyrood presiding officer dies 2018-07-31T04:00:00Z Moments later, Senator Joseph A. Griffo, a Republican from the Utica area who often serves as presiding officer, also criticized Ms. Hochul. Hochul Takes Helm of New York Senate, to Republican Displeasure 2018-06-05T04:00:00Z At one point, the chamber’s presiding officer threatened to have a member forcibly removed. Kansas, Oklahoma approve religious veto on LGBT adoptions 2018-05-04T04:00:00Z Founded on frustration over the plodding pace of recovery and the perception that government promises to rebuild are disingenuous, it is a legislature of the strange and the dispossessed, and Anderson is the presiding officer. Harry Anderson: Bringing magic to the Big Easy Supporters argued the Senate, like the House, should elect its own presiding officer. What bills are alive, dead in session’s final days 2018-03-24T04:00:00Z The bill is being taken forward without the backing of the presiding officer - an unprecedented move for a government bill, and one which may leave it open to legal challenge in the Supreme Court. MSPs agree Scots Brexit bill timetable 2018-03-01T05:00:00Z The government intends to press ahead with the legislation even without the backing of the presiding officer. Lord Advocate defends Scots Brexit bill 2018-02-28T05:00:00Z As the Senate’s presiding officer, Cagle wields considerable power over the fate of the exemption. Lawmaker: Georgia GOP working to mend Delta rift over NRA 2018-02-27T05:00:00Z Chairman, businessman, and congressman are now among the no-no words — to be replaced by coordinator or presiding officer, business person and congressional representative. Inside the Beltway: Rush Limbaugh: Democrats ‘seized’ Parkland shooting 2018-02-21T05:00:00Z The presiding officers of the House and the Senate on Wednesday electronically filed an emergency request to stay a state Supreme Court order issued Monday that redrew boundaries of Pennsylvania’s 18 congressional districts. The Latest: Republicans ask court to block congressional map 2018-02-21T05:00:00Z Like the governor under current law, the presiding officers would receive recommendations for their appointments from the Bar. Florida editorial roundup 2018-02-14T05:00:00Z Stung by the backlash, the presiding officers said the bill would be their top priority in the 2018 session. Maryland bill to terminate the parental rights of rapists clears a key hurdle in Senate 2018-01-23T05:00:00Z The bill says a positive test or a refusal to take one must be reported to the presiding officer of the lawmaker’s chamber for discipline. Under the influence? SD lawmaker would drug-test colleagues 2018-01-23T05:00:00Z The Senate would elect a senator as presiding officer. Lawmakers, governor clash on lieutenant governor proposal 2018-01-20T05:00:00Z As they do each year, lawmakers are expected to elect the presiding officers for the House and Senate on the first day. Maryland begins 90-day legislative session at noon 2018-01-09T05:00:00Z In response to these conversations, 26 male legislators sent a letter last winter to the presiding officers urging them to take action to improve the culture for women. Opinion | In Maryland politics, the reckoning on sexual harassment is here 2017-12-29T05:00:00Z Such hearings are generally open to the public, but according to a police spokesman, the presiding officer has the option to close proceedings. Opinion | A police officer killed an unarmed motorcyclist. He should be off the force. 2017-12-30T05:00:00Z The presiding officer of the House orders the election if the Legislature is in session. Slain lawmakers’ seat likely to be filed by special election 2017-12-16T05:00:00Z The presiding officer asked Mr Bennett to withdraw his comments and apologise. AM gagged over 'hateful' Senedd speech 2017-12-13T05:00:00Z Pennsylvania lawmakers who believe they may have a conflict of interest are required to ask their chamber’s presiding officer whether they should vote. State lawmakers’ outside jobs present possible conflicts 2017-12-06T05:00:00Z Perhaps such gritty arcana as committee assignments and setting the legislative calendar would be turned over to a committee, with the speaker no more than a ceremonial presiding officer. The long battle for control of Virginia’s House 2017-11-30T05:00:00Z Vice President Mike Pence took the presiding officer’s chair to gavel the vote closed just before 2 a.m. Republicans push for final tax cut bill by end of year 2017-12-03T05:00:00Z Vice President Mike Pence took the presiding officer’s chair to gavel the vote closed just before 2 a.m. Senate approves $1.4 trillion tax cut; final negotiations with House looming 2017-12-02T05:00:00Z The first minister made the suggestion in a letter to the parliament's presiding officer, Ken Macintosh. Sturgeon calls for sexual harassment talks 2017-10-30T04:00:00Z As the Baltimore Sun reported in August, Michael Busch and Thomas V. “Mike” Miller, the Democratic presiding officers of the state’s House of Delegates and Senate respectively, differ on how to alter the song. University of Maryland holding contest to write new lyrics for controversial state song: Report 2017-10-26T04:00:00Z "There is a very high likelihood that the mistakes that some of the presiding officers made during the last election will be repeated." Kenya 'unable' to hold credible election 2017-10-17T04:00:00Z But less than an hour later when the House’s presiding officer called up the resolution for action, Green did not appear on the floor to offer it. Democrat stops just short of forcing House vote on Trump’s impeachment 2017-10-11T04:00:00Z If a senator objects to any of these provisions, the presiding officer could sustain the objection, following the parliamentarian’s advice. Senate Heads Toward a Health Care Vote as Soon as Tuesday 2017-07-24T04:00:00Z The legislation won swift approval Friday from a Senate committee and the full Senate is likely to follow suit, given that its presiding officer, Lt. Opinion | Texas, stop trying to pass this bathroom bill 2017-07-23T04:00:00Z The presiding officer, Representative Carrie Meek, a fellow Democrat, threatened to call the sergeant-at-arms to formally warn Ms. Waters to desist. ‘Auntie Maxine’ Waters Goes After Trump and Goes Viral 2017-07-07T04:00:00Z She met First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Ken Macintosh, the presiding officer of the Scottish Parliament, during private audiences at the palace on Tuesday. Canadian PM Justin Trudeau begins Scots visit - BBC News 2017-07-05T04:00:00Z The presiding officer will return the fact-finding record directly to the court, not to the Navy chain of command, no later than Nov. 1. Keith Barry’s sex assault case puts 2 Navy admirals under investigation 2017-06-19T04:00:00Z Spacey concluded his fiery speech by referring to the presiding officer as “Madam President” — which is a complete no-no in the chamber. The Washington insiders who help ‘House of Cards’ get it right 2017-06-08T04:00:00Z Former presiding officer Dafydd Elis Thomas told the chamber that he was "delighted that we are to celebrate his passing in this place, appropriately in this building next week". Losing Rhodri Morgan an 'aching loss', says widow Julie - BBC News 2017-05-23T04:00:00Z Mr Cox travelled to Edinburgh last Wednesday to meet First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, as well as representatives of all the main parties at the Scottish Parliament and presiding officer Ken Macintosh. Scottish politicians call election 'truce' for murdered MP Jo Cox - BBC News 2017-05-20T04:00:00Z The presiding officer banged a gavel to restore order as Democrats applauded and cheered. House Republicans pass healthcare bill in first step toward replacing Obamacare 2017-05-04T04:00:00Z Moray's depute returning officer, Moira Patrick, praised the presiding officer for her quick thinking. Election polling station set up in car in Buckie as building closed - BBC News 2017-05-04T04:00:00Z The resolution was quashed by a parliamentary ruling by the presiding officer representing the Republican majority that the measure did not qualify as a “privileged question” entitled to floor action under House rules. How your lawmaker voted 2017-04-08T04:00:00Z The presiding officer of the Senate would rule against him, and McConnell would call a vote to overrule that decision. Senate poised for historic 'nuclear option' rules change to confirm Gorsuch 2017-04-06T04:00:00Z This is said to prevent possible multiple voting and presiding officers "listen to the sound of the marble/token hitting the drum". Why does Gambia's first post-Jammeh vote matter? - BBC News 2017-04-05T04:00:00Z Her microphone was shut off, but she continued speaking as the presiding officer, Democratic Sen. Ricardo Lara, ordered that she stop. California state senator removed from floor during speech 2017-02-23T05:00:00Z That judgment came from Senator Mike Rounds, Republican of South Dakota, who had taken over as the presiding officer. Republican Senators Vote to Formally Silence Elizabeth Warren 2017-02-07T05:00:00Z Warren was first interrupted by the presiding officer, at that point Senator Steve Daines of Montana, who said she was violating Senate rules. Elizabeth Warren formally silenced during Senate debate on Jeff Sessions nomination 2017-02-07T05:00:00Z Mr. Pence, a former House lawmaker, noted that his tie-breaking vote was the first ever by a vice president as presiding officer of the Senate. Betsy DeVos sworn-in as education secretary by Pence 2017-02-07T05:00:00Z Sen. Mitch Carmichael, a Jackson County Republican and majority leader, will replace Sen. Bill Cole as the chamber’s presiding officer and lieutenant governor. West Virginia Senate leader picks committee chairmen 2016-12-21T05:00:00Z “We couldn’t be more thankful to both presiding officers for their help in this collaborative effort.” Md. lawmakers give final go-ahead to $20M Northrop grant 2016-12-13T05:00:00Z “I’m sorry,” Hatch told the Senate’s presiding officer, but offered no other explanation. Capitol Hill Buzz: Passed, then Un-passed 2016-12-05T05:00:00Z Gov. Brad Owen, a Democrat and the presiding officer in the Senate, declared that he wouldn’t enforce the rule, allowing the Senate to pass a gas-tax increase. State senators say their novel ‘two-thirds’ plan will pass constitutional muster, force ‘discipline’ by lawmakers 2016-11-14T05:00:00Z As vice president, Mr. Pence will have an office in the Senate, where the Constitution makes him the presiding officer. Mike Pence to guide Donald Trump on agenda 2016-11-10T05:00:00Z "Clearly this impacts on devolved areas - and the decision on the LCM as I understand it is made here, by the presiding officer." Brexit impact 'more severe' UK-wide than in Scotland, report says - BBC News 2016-10-05T04:00:00Z The vice-president serves as the presiding officer over the Senate, although he or she does not serve on any committees and is restricted to voting only in the event of a tie. US election glossary: A-Z guide to political jargon - BBC News 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z At one point, the presiding officer, Rep. Marcia Fudge of Ohio, chided the raucous crowd. Defying unity theme, Democratic convention opens amid shower of boos led by dissenting Sanders backers 2016-07-25T04:00:00Z But the presiding officer awarded all those delegates to Trump because of a quirk in Utah GOP rules that allow votes only for active candidates at the convention — and Trump was the only one. Outnumbered and outmuscled, Dump-Trumpers thumped by GOP 2016-07-20T04:00:00Z But the convention’s presiding officer awarded all 19 delegates to Trump. The Latest: Senate GOP leader blames Zika impasse on Clinton 2016-07-19T04:00:00Z Some delegates left the convention floor after the convention's presiding officer, Arkansas Rep. Steve Womack, shut down the opponents by saying the rules had been approved by a voice vote. GOP turns to security, divisions on convention's first night 2016-07-19T04:00:00Z Vice-President: The presiding officer of the US Senate and the person who assumes the office of the president in the event of the resignation, removal, incapacitation or death of the incumbent president. US election glossary: A-Z guide to political jargon - BBC News 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z Some delegates left the convention floor after the convention’s presiding officer, Arkansas Rep. Steve Womack, shut down the opponents by saying the rules had been approved by a voice vote. GOP turns to security, divisions on convention's first night 2016-07-19T04:00:00Z A Tennessee delegate to the Republican National Convention says he is disappointed the presiding officer did not allow a roll call vote on changing party rules. The Latest: Tenn. senator invites Geert Wilders to RNC 2016-07-18T04:00:00Z They say if the question is decided by a voice vote of the entire convention, they don't trust the presiding officer to announce the results fairly. Dissident delegates seek showdown vote at GOP convention 2016-07-17T04:00:00Z They say if the question is decided by a voice vote of the entire convention, they don’t trust the presiding officer to announce the results fairly. Dissident delegates seek showdown vote at GOP convention 2016-07-17T04:00:00Z It adds: "a member must comply with any directions given by the presiding officer about any conduct for which he or she has been called to order." The words ruled out of order in the Welsh Assembly - BBC News 2016-05-20T04:00:00Z The opening session of the Scottish Parliament was largely devoted to ceremony, including swearing in MSPs and electing the presiding officer. Holyrood questions lodged about China firms agreement - BBC News 2016-05-13T04:00:00Z Ken Macintosh has been elected as presiding officer for the fifth term of the Scottish Parliament. Ken Macintosh chosen as Holyrood presiding officer - BBC News 2016-05-12T04:00:00Z The meeting did see Plaid Cymru's Elin Jones elected as the new presiding officer and Labour's Ann Jones as deputy presiding officer. Labour and Plaid talks to continue after first minister deadlock - BBC News 2016-05-12T04:00:00Z Once all the MSPs are sworn in, a presiding officer and deputies will be elected, with five contenders currently in the running for the top job. MSPs to be sworn in for new Holyrood term - BBC News 2016-05-11T04:00:00Z The vote comes after former presiding officer Dame Rosemary Butler stood down as an AM. AMs to appoint new assembly presiding officer - BBC News 2016-05-11T04:00:00Z An election will then be held to choose a new presiding officer, with the formation of a government and the election of a first minister the following week. Prince Charles to attend Kirking of Scottish Parliament - BBC News 2016-05-10T04:00:00Z Ms Smith was eliminated after the first round, while her fellow former deputy presiding officer Mr Scott was knocked out in the second round. Ken Macintosh chosen as Holyrood presiding officer - BBC News 2016-05-12T04:00:00Z The vote for presiding officer takes place via a secret paper ballot, rather than the chamber's electronic voting system. MSPs launch bids to be Holyrood's presiding officer - BBC News 2016-05-10T04:00:00Z The SNP is preparing for a return to government, having won 63 seats in the Scottish Parliament elections, two short of an overall majority once the non-partisan presiding officer is elected. MSPs to be sworn in for new Holyrood term - BBC News 2016-05-11T04:00:00Z AMs will also appoint a colleague as deputy presiding officer, a position formerly held by David Melding, who has ruled himself out for the presiding officer job. AMs to appoint new assembly presiding officer - BBC News 2016-05-11T04:00:00Z Dame Rosemary stepped down as presiding officer and an AM at the election after five years in the post. Welsh Assembly: Melding rejects presiding officer job - BBC News 2016-05-09T04:00:00Z The new presiding officer paid fulsome tribute to his predecessor Tricia Marwick, and said he was "very grateful indeed" for the "honour and privilege" of the role. Ken Macintosh chosen as Holyrood presiding officer - BBC News 2016-05-12T04:00:00Z As well as chairing parliamentary sessions in the Holyrood chamber, the presiding officer has a diplomatic function, welcoming visiting dignitaries and representing the parliament. MSPs launch bids to be Holyrood's presiding officer - BBC News 2016-05-10T04:00:00Z Dunlap said Wednesday that he’s been keeping the presiding officers of the Legislature updated on the situation and will forward the proposal for consideration on Friday. APNewsBreak: Maine pot referendum clears hurdle to ballot 2016-04-27T04:00:00Z The assembly cannot elect a presiding officer and deputy presiding officer from the same political group and one must be from the governing party. AMs to appoint new assembly presiding officer - BBC News 2016-05-11T04:00:00Z A new presiding officer and deputy will be chosen by the new assembly at its first meeting, expected to be on Wednesday. Welsh Assembly: Melding rejects presiding officer job - BBC News 2016-05-09T04:00:00Z The role of presiding officer includes overseeing meetings of the parliament as well as undertaking diplomatic functions and representing the parliament at home and abroad. Ken Macintosh chosen as Holyrood presiding officer - BBC News 2016-05-12T04:00:00Z Dunlap said Wednesday that he’s been keeping the presiding officers of the Legislature updated on the situation. Court removes hurdle to review of Maine marijuana petitions 2016-04-27T04:00:00Z GOP conventions have long used House of Representatives' rules, which give the presiding officer more unfettered power to run each day's session. RNC member trying to revamp rules for nominating a presidential candidate says without the change, party leaders could exert "almost dictatorial power" 2016-04-18T04:00:00Z The presiding officer acts as the figurehead of the National Assembly for Wales, chairing meetings in the Senedd chamber that are known as plenary. AMs to appoint new assembly presiding officer - BBC News 2016-05-11T04:00:00Z His email did not mention that House Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., is expected to be presiding officer for much of the convention. Chairman of GOP rules committee accuses party officials of trying to derail effort to make it harder for party leaders to nominate a fresh candidate for president 2016-04-17T04:00:00Z An amendment was submitted to remove the provision requiring judges to direct juries in sexual offence cases, but it was not selected for debate by the presiding officer. MSPs agree new legislation making 'revenge porn' a crime - BBC News 2016-03-22T04:00:00Z A Scottish Parliament spokesman said the presiding officer's role was "always of political impartiality and neutrality" and it would therefore not be for her to "raise political matters during a courtesy call." Ghana human rights questioned in John Dramani Mahama visit - BBC News 2016-03-17T04:00:00Z Yue wants the convention to use Roberts Rules of Order, which would let delegates block the convention's presiding officer from allowing the nomination of fresh candidates for president. RNC member trying to revamp rules for nominating a presidential candidate says without the change, party leaders could exert "almost dictatorial power" 2016-04-18T04:00:00Z As we convene this morning, you look around the chamber, the presiding officer is female. Post-blizzard, Sen. Murkowski notes that only women turned up to run the Senate 2016-01-26T05:00:00Z Under House rules, the presiding officer has more power to make decisions about the proceedings. Chairman of GOP rules committee accuses party officials of trying to derail effort to make it harder for party leaders to nominate a fresh candidate for president 2016-04-17T04:00:00Z Ms Marwick, the presiding officer on both occasions, became increasingly frustrated as Mr Kelly refused to sit down. MSP thrown out of Holyrood chamber in row over trade union rights - BBC News 2015-12-15T05:00:00Z Mr Mahama is due to see the first minister and the presiding officer, but a meet and greet with opposition leaders has been cancelled. Ghana human rights questioned in John Dramani Mahama visit - BBC News 2016-03-17T04:00:00Z However, the presiding officer replied saying that "my view is that the Parliament's legislative consent is not required, and it is not competent to lodge a legislative consent memorandum". Attempt to block Trade Union Bill in Scotland rejected - BBC News 2015-12-10T05:00:00Z The hearing’s presiding officer, too, has recommended that he not be subject to jail time or punitive discharge, according to defense lawyers. ‘Serial’ Season 2 Lets Bowe Bergdahl Tell His Side of Afghan Story 2015-12-10T05:00:00Z Yue and others say under the Roberts rules, it would be easier for the convention's delegates to vote to block an effort by the convention's presiding officer to consider new nominees for president. Chairman of GOP rules committee accuses party officials of trying to derail effort to make it harder for party leaders to nominate a fresh candidate for president 2016-04-17T04:00:00Z The assembly's presiding officer, Dame Rosemary Butler, told the committee it would be "very difficult" to develop formal links between AMs and MPs. Carwyn Jones concerned at lack of contact with Cameron - BBC News 2015-12-07T05:00:00Z Leadership positions pay more to reflect increasing responsibilities, up to more than $133,000 each for the presiding officers of the House and Senate. No pay hikes for Pennsylvania officials to offset inflation 2015-11-17T05:00:00Z "Mr. Speaker, please tell me my time has expired," Schiff pleaded with the presiding officer in hopes of ending the ordeal. Capitol Hill Buzz: Hundreds of Hill staffers line up for last photo with Boehner 2015-10-23T04:00:00Z Sept. 18, 2015 - The hearing ends, and the presiding officer will forward his recommendations to the leader of the U.S. A timeline of Sgt. Bergdahl’s captivity to now 2015-10-10T04:00:00Z In order to give him that time, the Republicans in the House should consider seriously their option to go outside the chamber to select its next presiding officer. Newt Gingrich for Speaker 2015-10-02T04:00:00Z So the presiding officer put the question to a voice vote, and Cruz’s amendment was struck down by a chorus of nos. Ted Cruz’s humiliation strategy: Appealing to conservative voters by publicizing his failures 2015-09-29T04:00:00Z He spoke briefly at the start of the hearing, acknowledging that he knew his rights when questioned by the presiding officer, Lt. Defense in Bowe Bergdahl Army desertion hearing suggests he was mentally ill 2015-09-17T04:00:00Z The presiding officer, lieutenant colonel Mark Visger, will decide whether there is probable cause to charge the 29-year-old from Idaho with breaking military rules. Bowe Bergdahl planned desertion, prosecutor claims 2015-09-17T04:00:00Z To set policies for those courts, including about recusal, Congress established a group of federal trial- and appeals-court judges called the Judicial Conference, and made the Chief Justice the presiding officer. Does the Supreme Court Need a Code of Conduct? 2015-07-27T04:00:00Z The commission was formed last year by the presiding officers of the Legislature. Maryland panel on improving business climate to meet 2015-07-22T04:00:00Z First Minister Nicola Sturgeon paid tribute to Mrs Marwick for becoming the parliament's first female presiding officer and "blazing a trail for other women to follow". Presiding Officer Tricia Marwick to step down as MSP - BBC News 2015-05-28T04:00:00Z The governor serves as presiding officer when present. Bentley swears in new Alabama 2-year college system board 2015-05-27T04:00:00Z For those without a copy of such Senate arcana, Rule 4 states that while the presiding officer “shall decide all questions of order,” those decisions are then subject to appeal by the whole Senate. Dean Skelos Faces Growing Opposition as Support Wanes Among Republicans 2015-05-10T04:00:00Z The presiding officer informed authorities earlier and counting staff were asked to be on the lookout for the paper when the box arrived at the Emirates Arena count. Election 2015: Vote fraud investigation in Glasgow East seat - BBC News 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z Even though the presiding officer in the Senate reminded visitors that no expressions of views are allowed in the galleries, cheers erupted when the final vote tally was read. Ted Cruz's no-show isn't only surprise of Lynch confirmation vote 2015-04-23T04:00:00Z She says there isn't enough knowledge among presiding officers about correct procedures. Why do disabled people feel ignored when it comes to voting? 2015-03-27T04:00:00Z In trying to restore order, he told the presiding officer to “have everyone sit down and shut up.” Harry's Reid's best quips, comebacks and jabs 2015-03-27T04:00:00Z The decision to reject a request to film scenes for a James Bond movie in the Senedd chamber was taken by the assembly's presiding officer, it has been confirmed. Bond filming bid blocked by Butler 2015-03-17T04:00:00Z Former presiding officer and Plaid Cymru AM Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas told Sunday Politics Wales: "I am devastated that the most iconic location in Wales is not being made available to the internationally most attractive film." Assembly body 'not asked' over Bond 2015-03-15T04:00:00Z Owen, the presiding officer of the chamber, said that the rule went against a recent state Supreme Court ruling on taxes. Higher Senate threshold for new taxes ruled unconstitutional 2015-03-02T05:00:00Z The Rev. Gay Clark Jennings, presiding officer of the House of Deputies, wrote a letter Monday to deputies suggesting the “credibility of the process by which we elect bishops is in question.” Church leader wants reforms after Md. bishop’s fatal crash 2015-02-10T05:00:00Z In the Lusaka suburb of Kanyama, a crowd of voters applauded when a presiding officer declared the polling station open. Zambia votes in presidential poll 2015-01-19T05:00:00Z But the board wants to cut the additional payments made to ministers and the presiding officer. AMs pay revision plan 'not enough' 2015-01-11T05:00:00Z Mr. Biden, who as vice president is the presiding officer of the Senate, will signal Mr. McConnell’s new position merely by recognizing him as “the majority leader.” Mitch McConnell, new Senate majority leader, equipped to succeed in tough job 2015-01-05T05:00:00Z He advised the presiding officer that "we'll let you know" about the time of upcoming votes on Monday morning, lapsing into informal shorthand in a legislative body that observes decorum. Harry Reid, Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz Play Roles Well in Senate Drama 2014-12-16T05:00:00Z The presiding officer told BBC Wales at the time that she did not think the incident was "worth talking about". Complaint over hand-on-hip rebuke 2014-11-25T05:00:00Z The meeting drew members of the congressional delegation, the presiding officers of the legislature, other statewide elected officials and Prince George’s County Executive Rushern L. Baker III. Top Maryland Democrats begin assessment of what went wrong on Election Day The assembly's presiding officer Dame Rosemary Butler said it would help "brand recognition" for Welsh firms. .wales web addresses go live online 2014-09-30T04:00:00Z One would let the governor grant clemency without the board’s recommendation, while the other would let the governor change the presiding officer of the board. Montana panel proposes changes to parole board 2014-09-03T04:00:00Z At the end of that period, the presiding officer asks if anyone would like to change his or her vote, and then closes the vote, making it the official record. Yea, Oops, Nay: Voting Mistakes in Congress 2014-07-09T04:00:00Z Mr. Reid’s chief power comes from a single parliamentary tactic that gives the majority leader the “right of first recognition,” which means that the presiding officer always gives him the chance to control the floor. Harry’s rules: Reid dominates crippled Congress 2014-07-07T04:00:00Z The speaker is the presiding officer and is generally considered the public face of the body. A House GOP leadership primer: What do the speaker, majority leader and whip actually do? So how does all of that fit with the recent claim by the presiding officer of the Scottish Parliament, Tricia Marwick, that the independence debate was an "inspiration to countries throughout the world"? Scottish independence: A civilised debate? 2014-06-12T04:00:00Z She has alleged people voted multiple times, ballots were tampered with and presiding officers arrested, while the computerised voter counting system collapsed. Madonna attacks Malawi's president after attempt to nullify elections 2014-05-24T04:00:00Z The control unit remains with the presiding officer of the polling station at all times. India Ink: The Device that Runs the World’s Biggest Election 2014-05-06T06:08:49Z It follows criticism of BBC network news and Question Time by the assembly presiding officer on Tuesday. BBC's 'elementary' devolution errors 2014-04-02T11:36:46Z Despite being the official presiding officer of the House, the speaker rarely leads floor debate from the speaker’s rostrum and instead cedes those duties to a small group of members of his party. A House GOP leadership primer: What do the speaker, majority leader and whip actually do? Democrats occupied the presiding officer’s chair while Republicans took turns speaking from the floor to denounce what they said was an effort to stifle debate and dissent. Tension Eases in Senate Ahead of Weekend 2013-12-13T17:51:01Z The assembly's presiding officer, Rosemary Butler, said flags would fly at half mast on Friday and on the day of Mr Mandela's funeral. Hain leads Wales tributes to Mandela 2013-12-05T23:08:34Z The church trial features a presiding officer, prosecutor, defense and 13 members who act as a jury, the blog said. Church trial in Pennsylvania for pastor who officiated same-sex wedding 2013-11-18T16:35:25Z After the hearing ends, the presiding officer will make a recommendation on whether the case should go to a court-martial. At U.S. Naval Academy rape hearing, midshipmen describe ‘toga and yoga party’ 2013-09-03T14:59:17Z Reid roared after the presiding officer, freshman Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin, had difficulty getting the Senate's members to quiet down. 'Sit down and shut up!' Harry Reid tells noisy Senate 2013-08-01T22:34:51Z He was assigned to be the presiding officer from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tension Eases in Senate Ahead of Weekend 2013-12-13T17:51:01Z This week the presiding officer agreed, up to a point. Bradley Manning: Less than treachery 2013-08-01T09:33:46Z Edward Mudede, the presiding officer at Chancellor School polling station, said everything was going to plan and was optimistic that they would be able to deliver come 19:00, when polls close. Zimbabwe: Vote around the country 2013-07-31T19:40:59Z In his release, Mr. Patrick was critical of his boss, the presiding officer of the Senate, Lt. Statehouse Memo: Texas Democrats Try to Keep Their Momentum Going 2013-07-01T18:05:35Z At a news conference before leaving on a trade mission to Chile, Scott said he was not punishing the presiding officers with his vetoes in the $74.1 billion budget. Florida governor signs budget, but vetoes college tuition hike 2013-05-20T20:24:13Z Just like at every polling station, a presiding officer, two polling officers, a peon and an armed policeman will be on duty in Banej. India Ink: In Banej, Gujarat, Officials Set Up A Voting Booth For a Lone Voter 2012-12-06T09:37:58Z The assembly presiding officer will decide whether to grant them before AMs' next plenary session on Tuesday. Urgent race charity cash question 2012-10-19T14:34:28Z At the upcoming hearing — known in the military as an Article 32 — a presiding officer will weigh any evidence, including testimony from witnesses called by either Army prosecutors or General Sinclair. Decorated General Charged With Violations of Military Law 2012-09-27T18:40:40Z Assembly presiding officer Rosemary Butler said promised a "true heroes welcome home" for the athletes. 'Heroes welcome' for athletes 2012-08-12T07:29:53Z Plus, he rolled out an impressive list of state senators, among them some of Texas’ most conservative politicians, as evidence of his credentials — of course, as their powerful presiding officer, they were beholden to him. Cruz Wins in Texas as the GOP Establishment Cracks 2012-08-01T20:05:31Z He was presiding officer of the Welsh assembly for 12 years. 'Loyalty question' to Elis-Thomas 2012-07-19T07:18:42Z Lord Elis-Thomas was presiding officer of the Welsh assembly for 12 years. Plaid withdraws Elis-Thomas whip 2012-07-18T19:15:31Z The presiding officer will then recommend whether General Sinclair is to face a court-martial, though that decision will ultimately be made by a higher-ranking officer. Decorated General Charged With Violations of Military Law 2012-09-27T18:40:40Z He is being properly recognised at a meeting hosted by the presiding officer in Queensberry House on behalf of the faith communities on a non-political basis. Salmond 'should meet' Dalai Lama 2012-06-17T08:20:38Z A knighthood goes to ex-SNP MP George Reid, who has served as presiding officer of the Scottish Parliament. Jowell among political honours 2012-06-15T23:14:19Z It is composed of city members of the Board of General Purposes of the Grand Lodge, and the presiding officers of all the Masonic bodies of the city. The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877 2012-03-27T02:00:21.067Z Should such an establishment be set up in Britain, Augustine was to be its presiding officer. A Source Book of Medi?val History Documents Illustrative of European Life and Institutions from the German Invasions to the Renaissance 2012-03-23T02:00:40.930Z The meeting was opened by Mr. Carnegie, as presiding officer, and he was followed by Baron d'Estournelles de Constant. Under Four Administrations From Cleveland to Taft 2012-03-16T02:00:21.923Z On April 8, 1784, the State Council, of which he was presiding officer, met at his house near Dover, because he was too ill to go to Dover. Historic Shrines of America Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them Notable 2012-03-08T03:00:11.013Z "The minutes stand approved," announced the presiding officer, smiting the table a resounding whack with his gavel. The Iron Boys as Foremen or, Heading the Diamond Drill Shift 2012-02-28T03:00:24.413Z Then the presiding officer prepared to introduce the speaker who was to make the response to this important toast. Vignettes of Manhattan; Outlines in Local Color 2012-02-20T03:00:20.550Z The presiding officer and the lord whom he represents have not much to do in the course of the deliberation. Villainage in England Essays in English Mediaeval History 2012-02-15T03:00:35.553Z The same might be said of General Sherman, though, as presiding officer and toast-master of the occasion, his impromptu remarks were always pertinent and keen. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 12 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Miscellany 2012-02-11T03:03:47.297Z Amid roars of welcome, they flaunted across the sanded enclosure and saluted the presiding officer. Spanish Highways and Byways 2012-02-06T03:00:15.617Z "Come down here, you coward, and I'll give you a dose of the same medicine!" yelled Jarvis, chancing to catch the eye of the presiding officer in a brief lull in the fighting. The Iron Boys as Foremen or, Heading the Diamond Drill Shift 2012-02-28T03:00:24.413Z "Who is the presiding officer?" was the next question. Vignettes of Manhattan; Outlines in Local Color 2012-02-20T03:00:20.550Z The most natural inference seems to be that the penalties were imposed by the lord or the presiding officer who represented him in the court. Villainage in England Essays in English Mediaeval History 2012-02-15T03:00:35.553Z The presiding officer agitates his bell again and again, to no purpose. Julia Ward Howe 1819-1910 2012-01-24T03:00:23.377Z Mr. President and fellow-citizens,—The speech which we have just listened to, from our presiding officer, is in the main correct. A History of Oregon, 1792-1849 Drawn From Personal Observation and Authentic Information 2012-01-20T03:00:11.607Z As Minister of Marine he was the presiding officer of the council when it met in Paris. The Victory At Sea 2012-01-17T03:00:15.547Z In the chair on the platform as presiding officer sat the venerable poet of the New England mountains and the writer of keen political editorials. Why Lincoln Laughed 2011-12-29T03:00:17.037Z Its permanent presiding officer was Cardinal Fesch, the uncle of the Emperor, and it numbered among its deliberators one hundred and four French and Italian bishops. The War Upon Religion Being an Account of the Rise and Progress of Anti-christianism in Europe 2011-12-24T03:07:55.507Z The legislative day began at 9:30 on Friday, when Senator Harry Reid of Nevada, the majority leader, addressed the presiding officer, Senator Mark Warner of Virginia, who was decked out in his Christmas tie. The Caucus: Bill Extending Payroll Tax Cut Heads to Obama's Desk 2011-12-23T16:30:14Z An ample number of people in the court room were in camouflage uniforms, including the presiding officer, all three prosecutors, two of three defense lawyers and military police stationed along courtroom walls. Ex-Army private?s defense team to make its case over leaked trove of government materials 2011-12-21T07:37:00Z A good presiding officer is half a convention. Sunday-School Success A Book of Practical Methods for Sunday-School Teachers and Officers 2011-12-21T03:00:45.660Z Paul Almanza, the presiding officer, twice removed spectators and reporters from the hearing Monday for sessions dealing with classified information. Different strategies for young Army private blamed for biggest leak of secrets in US history 2011-12-20T07:40:52Z The presiding officer delivers a recommendation as to whether prosecutors have enough evidence to bring a suspect to trial. In Bradley Manning Case, Court Denies Recusal Request 2011-12-17T16:07:35Z Instead of a judge, a presiding officer delivers a recommendation as to whether prosecutors have enough evidence to bring a suspect to trial. Prosecution to present its case against young soldier accused of leaking nation?s secrets 2011-12-17T08:19:09Z The depositions were ordinarily made before the presiding officer and were taken down in his presence. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 5 "Greek Law" to "Ground-Squirrel" 2011-12-05T03:00:51.527Z If the presiding officer is to do all this, he must plan beforehand almost every sentence he will use in introducing speakers or opening the discussions. Sunday-School Success A Book of Practical Methods for Sunday-School Teachers and Officers 2011-12-21T03:00:45.660Z If occasion demanded he could act as the presiding officer of any city council. The History of Cuba, vol. 3 2011-11-28T03:00:26.510Z The Speaker.—The presiding officer of the lower house is styled the speaker, and in all the states he is chosen by the house from its own membership. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z He was fairly sure to have something in his pocket, and the presiding officer never called upon him in vain. Poems 2011-11-14T03:00:17.707Z The presiding officer was the military governor, who was anxious to have done with the business in a rapid and violent manner. The Marquis of Pe?alta (Marta y Mar?a) A Realistic Social Novel 2011-11-12T03:00:35.113Z The presiding officer listens, and follows the frantic shouting with sovereign calm. Southern Spain 2011-11-11T03:00:28.423Z The Supreme Court was composed of a presiding officer, two judges and a judge-advocate. The History of Cuba, vol. 3 2011-11-28T03:00:26.510Z The presiding officer—the Vice President—at the opening of a new Congress calls the senate to order, and the other officers, who hold during the pleasure of the senate, resume their duties. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z Without vacating, therefore, his judicial seat, he complied with their appointment, and soon after his entrance in Congress became its presiding officer. Homes of American Statesmen With Anecdotical, Personal, and Descriptive Sketches 2011-11-04T02:00:19.293Z When presiding officer of the evening, he attracted especial consideration from the richness of his anecdotes, his wide American knowledge, and his courteous behavior. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 4, November 1, 1851 2011-11-03T02:00:15.113Z The Senate and its presiding officer were Republicans, the House was Democratic, and it was apparent that with so much at stake neither would make any concession to the other. A History of the Republican Party 2011-10-14T02:00:29.980Z The members of the court are always bishops, and the presiding officer is generally a cardinal. Monks, Popes, and their Political Intrigues 2011-10-12T02:00:43.383Z In the senate, each seat as it becomes vacant is assigned to the member who first makes application for it to the presiding officer. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z Mr. Clay was confessedly the best presiding officer that any deliberative body in America has ever known, and none was ever more severely tried. Homes of American Statesmen With Anecdotical, Personal, and Descriptive Sketches 2011-11-04T02:00:19.293Z On June 20th was written a respectful letter to the Sheriff of Sussex, or other presiding officer, requesting that it be read at a meeting to be held in Lewes. The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. I. (of II) With A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England; to which is added a Sketch of Paine by William Cobbett 2011-10-12T02:00:38.787Z The presiding officer ruled the motion in order. It?s Like Sharks vs. Jets in the Senate, but Without the Music 2011-10-08T03:40:34Z He was a most admirable presiding officer of a learned society. Scientific Culture, and Other Essays Second Edition; with Additions 2011-09-17T02:00:31.747Z The presiding officer of the house of representatives is called the speaker; that of the senate, the president. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z In the meantime he invented a position still higher, for he represented himself as the 'presiding officer' of the Holy Trinity. Whirlpools A Novel of Modern Poland 2011-09-16T02:00:19.893Z Whether the presiding officer did draw the inference or not, the court held that he was bound to. The True Story of my Parliamentary Struggle 2011-09-12T02:00:28.837Z Gardner, the presiding officer, asked each of the seven Marines who spoke Thursday, whether Lew, a Chinese-American, faced any racial discrimination in the Marines. Marine told platoon members to ?chill out? during alleged hazing of Marine who killed self 2011-09-10T00:12:34Z Here a burst of laughter from the presiding officer, which was instantly taken up by every one in the apartment, and in which Thomson himself couldn't help joining, interrupted the doctor's further explanations. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 21 2011-09-09T02:01:06.280Z Under the regulations, the debates were to be conducted with a presiding officer in the chair, and in the sincere spirit of inquiry after truth without fondness for dispute or desire for victory. Benjamin Franklin; Self-Revealed, Volume I (of 2) A Biographical and Critical Study Based Mainly on his own Writings 2011-08-16T02:00:37.443Z Bones captured the chair at one end, and Tambo pre-empted that on the other; and they began their wordy skirmish with the Middleman, in which that pompous presiding officer always got the worst of it. A Book About the Theater 2011-07-21T02:00:23.843Z The presiding officer opened the proceedings by a short history of the case, the statements of the absent Severinus were read aloud, and passed on for the assent of the accused and the witnesses. A Twofold Life 2011-07-21T02:00:21.433Z Margaret rolled bandages with a precision equal to her parliamentary ruling when she was presiding officer. Molly Brown's College Friends 2011-07-16T02:00:15.700Z At this point the presiding officer of the court ordered the room cleared "while the court deliberates." Recollections of a Varied Life 2011-07-14T02:00:11.837Z The legislative powers were vested in a general court composed of six representatives from each town, the presiding officer of which was called a president. The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 2011-07-06T02:00:47.077Z The Bacon resolution of 1899, which was along this line, was defeated only by the deciding vote of the presiding officer, the Vice-President of the United States. The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 2011-06-29T02:00:28.167Z Holcombe presided over the senate and proved an acceptable and able presiding officer. Fifty Years In The Northwest With An Introduction And Appendix Containing Reminiscences, Incidents And Notes 2011-06-13T02:00:27.317Z “Now begin!” commanded Margaret, rapping for order in much the old manner of class president and presiding officer. Molly Brown's College Friends 2011-07-16T02:00:15.700Z But these suggested reforms don't change the fact that by dominating every committee and then electing one of their own as presiding officer the SNP are already acting as judge, jury and executioner. Call made for reforms at Holyrood 2011-06-11T23:15:34Z In Maryland and South Carolina the appellate courts were composed of the presiding officers of the district courts. The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 2011-07-06T02:00:47.077Z The presiding officer for Holmes' new evidentiary hearing has issued a recommendation on whether to reduce the charges or dismiss the case, referred in late January for court-martial. U.S. soldier charged with Afghan murder freed from brig 2011-06-11T01:48:01Z As a presiding officer he was courteous, dignified, and fair in his rulings, and an excellent parliamentarian. Fifty Years In The Northwest With An Introduction And Appendix Containing Reminiscences, Incidents And Notes 2011-06-13T02:00:27.317Z A list of the voters and of persons disallowed was given to candidates by the presiding officer. Our Legal Heritage June 2011 (Sixth) Edition 2011-06-03T02:00:23.737Z The new presiding officers have now been elected in each of the administrations, and the new legislators have been sworn in. Devolved heads meet in Edinburgh 2011-05-30T23:32:09Z The president's duties were manifold, for in addition to acting as presiding officer, he carried on correspondence with the commander-in-chief, with state governors, and with, local committees. The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 2011-07-06T02:00:47.077Z I fully recognise the presiding officer pension was put in place with an expectation that the retiring presiding officer would be stepping down from politics. Politician gives away his pension 2011-05-27T12:05:38Z The presiding officer signs, and the Recorder countersigns it. The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt 2011-05-24T02:00:12.183Z At his original Article 32 hearing in November, Holmes, then aged 20, professed his innocence directly to the presiding officer, declaring: "I want to tell you, soldier to soldier, that I did not commit murder." Soldier wins new hearing in Afghan murder case 2011-05-17T02:47:31Z "I think," said the presiding officer, nearly convulsed with laughter—"I think that is reduction enough for the present, and I say we proceed to the 'mental.'" A Cadet's Honor Mark Mallory's Heroism 2011-05-15T02:00:10.653Z AMs will also be asked to choose a new presiding officer as Lord Elis-Thomas departs after 12 years in the job. Carwyn Jones to return to top job 2011-05-11T05:39:13Z In his pitch for presiding officer, Mr Henry, once education and justice minister, said he would not stand in the way of an independence referendum. Parliament sits after SNP victory 2011-05-10T23:44:27Z Neither the presiding and deputy presiding officers participate in Senedd votes. Assembly presiding officer to go 2011-05-10T16:10:14Z Discussions with other parties could involve talks about the roles of the presiding officer and deputy presiding officer, which would affect the balance of power in the Senedd. Labour to lay out stability plans 2011-05-10T05:42:26Z The first plenary session of the new assembly is expected to be held on Wednesday when the presiding officer and first minister will be chosen. Labour 'talking to other parties' 2011-05-09T15:05:03Z On Wednesday the first new parliamentary session will see MSPs taking the oath and electing the new presiding officer and two deputy presiding officers. New MSPs start work at Holyrood 2011-05-09T10:33:41Z The first task for assembly members will be to appoint a presiding officer. Labour's options as work begins 2011-05-09T05:33:23Z AMs will choose a presiding officer at the first plenary session on Wednesday, following last week's election. Assembly presiding officer to go 2011-05-10T16:10:14Z The assembly will meet during the week starting 9 May to elect a presiding officer and deputy presiding officer for the next five years. Labour mulls government options 2011-05-07T08:07:48Z Washington was made the presiding officer of the convention. St. Nicholas Vol. XIII, September, 1886, No. 11 An Illustrated Magazine for Young Folks 2011-05-07T02:00:31.650Z I have the honor now of presenting as presiding officer, His Excellency A. O. Eberhart, Governor of Minnesota. Proceedings of the Second National Conservation Congress at Saint Paul, September 5-8, 1910 2011-05-07T02:00:26.100Z |
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