Madam Speaker, again let me emphasize that there is no intent under the proposed amendments to disenfranchise anyone who currently meets the qualifications prior to March 2002. The intent is to ensure that the support continues to be directed to those who need it most. It is certainly not the intent of the government to disenfranchise individuals in any way.
I have outlined what the government is doing. A review is taking place. One should not lead to the conclusion that what is proposed is cast in stone. That is why discussions are taking place. They are proposed amendments. Obviously we are seeking comments from members in the House, from people directly affected and from the associations.
Let me again state clearly that the objective of the proposed amendments is not to reduce the government's support for persons with disabilities. It is to ensure those who are eligible under the disability tax credit continue to receive that assistance.