The bill does not spell this out clearly. I understand the provinces will not be able to use these refunds to assist their industry. I believe that's stated in the agreement. If they were to do that, the money would be viewed as a form of subsidy.
Does the federal government plan to establish a fund to lend support to companies involved in commercial litigation over softwood lumber issues?
Will the administration of this export tax be subject to monitoring? WIll the provinces and Quebec have some control over these amounts?
I don't want to mention the $50 billion in the EI fund. I really don't want to get into a political debate. That's not what we're here for. However, how will the provinces be able to get what is rightfully theirs? That's what worries me.