Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for indicating the Bloc's support for this very important piece of legislation.
One of my concerns is that many times before we have seen important government initiatives, particularly on the democratic reform side, make it through this place but then get stalled in the Senate.
I believe my hon. colleague understands the importance of getting royal assent for this legislation before the next federal election, whenever that may take place.
Does my colleague share my concern? If the legislation passes this place, does he fear, as I do, that the Liberal-dominated Senate may stall the bill to try to prevent the bill getting royal assent prior to the next federal election?