The latest House transcript is from June 15th, when the word of the day was debate. These are the topics that were discussed.
This summary is computer-generated. Usually it’s accurate, but every now and then it’ll contain inaccuracies or total fabrications.
Income Tax Act Second reading of Bill C-269. The bill proposes an investment tax credit for industrial waste heat recovery. Conservative MP Greg McLean argues it creates power while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Liberal government opposes the bill, asserting it is redundant with existing incentives. The Bloc Québécois favors referring the legislation to committee to clarify its scope and impact on the manufacturing sector. 8000 words, 1 hour.
Motion That Debate Be Not Further Adjourned Members debate a Liberal motion to end debate on government business. Liberal MP Wayne Long justifies the move by citing unproductive filibustering hindering the cabinet agenda. Conversely, Conservative, Green, and Bloc MPs warn the government is using closure to limit democratic oversight and rush legislation like Bill C-30 without sufficient study. 4700 words, 35 minutes.
Government Business No. 12—Proceedings on BillC‑30 Members debate the government's use of time allocation to expedite Bill C-30. Opposition MPs, including those from the Bloc Québécois and the Green Party, criticize the Liberals for suppressing parliamentary scrutiny on contentious issues like pesticide regulation and airline passenger complaints. Conversely, Liberal members champion the legislation's provisions for economic stability and national social programming. 6000 words, 35 minutes.
Government Business No. 12—Proceedings on Bill C-30 Members debate a programming motion to expedite Bill C-30. Liberals defend the bill’s affordability measures, asserting that Conservative filibustering necessitates limiting debate. Conservatives reject this, labeling the motion a guillotine on accountability that masks reckless fiscal management. Concurrently, Bloc and Green members express intense frustration regarding both the government's environmental policies and the procedural erosion of democratic processes involved in forcing the legislation through the House. 33600 words, 5 hours.
Bill C-9—Time Allocation Motion Members debate a Liberal government motion to limit remaining debate on Bill C-9, which amends the Criminal Code regarding hate propaganda and religious sites. Conservatives allege procedural irregularities and express concerns about religious freedoms, while Liberals defend the legislation as vital for safety and accuse the opposition of spreading misinformation. The Chair concludes the session by calling for a recorded division. 4400 words, 35 minutes.
Combatting Hate Act Bill C-9. The bill amends the Criminal Code to combat hate-motivated conduct and propaganda. The Bloc Québécois supports the legislation for strengthening Attorney General oversight and religious-based hate provisions. While the Liberal government argues it protects vulnerable communities, Conservative MPs contend it creates unnecessary censorship, risks infringing on religious liberty, and duplicates existing laws already sufficient to prosecute hate-motivated crimes. 9600 words, 1 hour.