moved for leave to introduce Bill C-313, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (justification for detention in custody).
Mr. Speaker, as every day, it is an honour to rise in the House today on behalf of the people of Kamloops—Thompson—Cariboo and Canadians at large. It is a further honour to be here to table my fourth private member's bill in the House.
This bill aims to address a serious problem when it comes to bail reform. It addresses people who are alleged to have possessed a firearm, while prohibited by the Criminal Code, during a serious gun offence. They would have a steeper hill to climb when it comes to bail if this bill is passed.
I urge Parliament to pass this bill expeditiously.
(Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)