The bill already provides a permanent bar in certain circumstances for a citizen who would be subject to the provisions of this bill. However, in our study we did note that there could be some loopholes in this area. Remember, we are talking about someone who has been convicted of terrorism, who has been sentenced to a term of imprisonment of five years or more, or potentially high treason. The amendments before you propose to strengthen that bar to ensure that whether it's a permanent resident or a citizen, they are not able in any capacity to come forward once again and apply for citizenship.
On April 18th, 2013. See this statement in context.