What happens if a member does not respond to reminders regarding leave of absence?

Modified on Wed, 16 Apr at 7:21 AM

If a member does not respond despite reminders and their absence continues beyond 60 days, the Leader of the House may move a motion to declare the seat vacant. In one case, repeated reminders were sent, but no response was received, and it was later discovered the member had passed away.

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