Let me begin by an obvious fact. Number one, CEPA is an extremely complex statute, both scientifically and policy-wise. What's important for those who will be compelled to interpret it over time, whether that's the regulated community, the non-government organization community, the general public and also especially the courts, is they need to understand what is being pursued by the language that Parliament has used in any particular provision. Anything that helps Parliament and the courts better understand what Parliament wants to do should be welcomed, and that's the purpose of definitions. Judges and administrative tribunal members don't like to have to guess about Parliament's intention, and the more detail and the more information you can provide as guidance, the better the decisions that will result.
On November 25th, 2022. See this statement in context.