moved for leave to introduce BillC-419, an act to amend the Criminal Code (firefighters).
Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to introduce into the House an act to amend the criminal code (firefighters), which would increase the severity of punishment for criminal acts, such as arson, that injure or kill a firefighter. Specifically, the bill would create two new criminal offences of aggravated assault and first degree murder when the victim is a firefighter acting in the line of duty.
When I think back to the bravery shown by firefighters on September 11, I believe we have a legislative duty to protect our protectors.
I wish to thank the International Association of Fire Fighters for its support of the bill and for its ongoing efforts on behalf of our firefighters.
(Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)