With respect, Mr. Chair, even though the point made by our colleague Mr. Virani is a good one, I don't think his amendment would accomplish anything. In fact, the motion requests that the documents be produced unredacted or that the reasons for the redaction be provided.
And it would still remain possible for a witness to produce unredacted documents. A witness could just decide to remove the redaction, making it no longer necessary to give an explanation. My motion therefore strikes me as perfectly correct as is. I agree with Senator Harder. I'd be surprised if any witnesses were to come and apologize and say they had made a mistake. It could happen, but I would be astonished if it did.
If it did, all we would get would be information about why there was a redaction. With respect, I'd prefer to see the rationale provided in writing, as indicated in the motion. People could then come and testify if they wished. I have no objection to that. It might even be useful to hear their explanations. However, suggesting that they come and testify about the redaction could be a lengthy and tedious process. It could easily require an evening or two, and getting an explanation in writing would be much easier and faster.