Bill C-274
An Act to amend the Criminal Code (animal cruelty)
Sponsor
Hedy Fry Liberal
Introduced as a private member’s bill. (These don’t often become law.)
Status
Introduction and First Reading
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Hedy Fry Vancouver Centre, BC
moved for leave to introduce Bill C-274, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (animal cruelty).
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to rise today to introduce this important legislation that would amend the Criminal Code by consolidating animal cruelty offences and increasing the maximum penalties for this type of offence.
For over 10 years Parliament has debated this issue and has never adequately addressed it. This bill reflects the contribution of animal welfare groups, many in the animal use industry, and members from both Houses. This bill, in previous incarnations, has been passed in the House on two separate occasions. I look forward to working with all parties for its swift passage.
(Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)