Evidence of meeting #16 for Public Safety and National Security in the 43rd Parliament, 2nd Session. (The original version is on Parliament’s site, as are the minutes.) The winning word was bragdon.
A recording is available from Parliament.
6:30 p.m.
Liberal
The Chair Liberal John McKay
I didn't hear her withdrawing her amendment. If she's withdrawing it, that's fine, but as far as I know, it's still an amendment. It's on the floor. It's in precedence to Mr. Harris's amendment. If it's passed, then we'll move to Mr. Harris's amendment.
I'm assuming that we are voting on the Michaud amendment.
Am I correct?
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The Legislative Clerk
Yes.
6:30 p.m.
Liberal
The Chair Liberal John McKay
Those in favour of the amendment as read by the clerk?
(Subamendment negatived [See Minutes of Proceedings])
The amendment is defeated.
We're making progress, I think.
Mr. Harris's amendment is now the amendment that is on the floor.
I will ask the clerk to read the amendment, please.
6:30 p.m.
The Legislative Clerk
Yes, Mr. Chair.
Mr. Harris's amendment is this:
(e) evaluate and improve risk assessment instruments and procedures to address racial and cultural biases and ensure that all people who are incarcerated have access to appropriate programs that will help reduce recidivism.
6:30 p.m.
Liberal
The Chair Liberal John McKay
I just want to confirm with Mr. Bragdon that he is fine with that.
Is there any debate?
(Amendment agreed to [See Minutes of Proceedings])
Mr. Harris's amendment passes.
Now, Mr. Clerk, march me through any other votes that need to be asked for. I think we have to vote on the overall clause 2 as amended.
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The Legislative Clerk
Yes, Mr. Chair. The next question is on clause 2 as amended.
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Liberal
The Chair Liberal John McKay
Shall clause 2 as amended carry?
(Clause 2 as amended agreed to)
(Clauses 3 and 4 agreed to)
Shall the short title carry?
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Some hon. members
Agreed.
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Liberal
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Some hon. members
Agreed.
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Some hon. members
Agreed.
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Some hon. members
Agreed.
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Liberal
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Some hon. members
Agreed.
6:35 p.m.
Liberal
The Chair Liberal John McKay
Shall the committee order a reprint of the bill as amended for the use of the House at report stage?
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Some hon. members
Agreed.
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Liberal
The Chair Liberal John McKay
What co-operation. I'm amazed.
There are no more questions.
Before I gavel this committee to an end, I thank you for your co-operation. We're at 6:35, which is an hour past where we're supposed to be.
Just take note that there are apparently four votes on Wednesday, which may make a real mess of our intentions on February 24. We have had several witnesses confirm. We may end up having to extend the hours, so stay tuned.
6:35 p.m.
Conservative
Glen Motz Conservative Medicine Hat—Cardston—Warner, AB
Mr. Chair, I don't think there are four. There are actually six votes, from my records, so it's even worse than anticipated.
6:35 p.m.
Liberal
The Chair Liberal John McKay
It's even worse. Well, let's just play it by ear.
Anyway, Richard, I want to thank you for your initiative here. It's really good to see private members' work going forward. As you can see, you've had a lot of support right across the political spectrum. It's nice to see. Well done.
6:35 p.m.
NDP
Jack Harris NDP St. John's East, NL
I have to leave, Chair. I have another meeting that's already started: Canada-China.
6:35 p.m.
Liberal
The Chair Liberal John McKay
Oh no. Jack has to leave. We have to close the meeting down.
I'd like to say we'll miss you, Jack, but I can't.