It should be noted that we were not all in agreement, around the table, to study these amendments. We felt that the Canadian Transportation and Logistics Strategy was more of a priority. I was surprised to hear you say that there was no consultation currently underway. However, that was very clear.
Here is what the letter the committee received says:
In addition to the proposed review to be undertaken by the Committees, our Departments will also undertake consultations with the public, Indigenous peoples, stakeholders, and provinces and territories to complement the work of the Committees.
It's very clear. So I'm extremely surprised to hear you say that no consultation is currently underway. Once again, it would have been much more beneficial for us, in committee, for you to first hold consultations, so that we could have their conclusions before we begin considering these amendments.
What would have happened if the committee had refused to study these proposals? Would you have held consultations, as is the case for all bills?
As we know, practically all departments are now consulting the public.