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Fact Sheet 24

Casting Votes

Introduction to Casting Votes

Summary

In some cases where the votes in the House are equal, the Speaker has a casting vote. This fact sheet explains when, and how, a casting vote may be applied.

Key points

What is a casting vote?

Casting votes and absolute majorities

How should a casting vote be used?

For more information

Contact the Legislative Assembly Procedure Office on 9651 8563 or email assembly@parliament.vic.gov.au.

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Date of issue

This fact sheet was issued in May 2005 by the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly.

Fact Sheet Topics

The Legislative Assembly Procedure Office has produced a series of Fact Sheets that explain parliamentary procedure and terminology. All Fact Sheets are available on Parliament's website www.parliament.vic.gov.au or through the Procedure Office.

Contact Details

Legislative Assembly Procedure Office
Parliament House
Spring Street
EAST MELBOURNE VIC 3002

Phone:

03 9651 8563

Fax:

03 9651 7245

Email:

assembly@parliament.vic.gov.au

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