moved for leave to introduce Bill C-219, an act to amend the Criminal Code (breaking and entering).
Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure for me to rise on behalf of the constituents of Calgary East to introduce my private member's bill in the House today.
The bill would establish a minimum two year sentence for second or subsequent convictions for the break and enter of dwelling houses. Canadians view the crime of break and enter as more than just a property crime. They view it as a crime against the person.
It is my hope that this private member's bill will receive support from my colleagues so we can effectively address this national problem.
(Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)