Mr. Speaker, I cannot speak for the Liberals and say why they voted against that.
I would like to remind the House that naturalized citizens are subject to security screenings. Those requirements are already in place.
Why should the two groups be treated differently? Why should these applicants not also have to undergo security screenings? There is a reason why these amendments were put forward.
Someone should ask the Liberals that question. It is hard to understand their position. Security is a crucial and important issue. Security screening, language testing and knowledge of citizenship are important issues that should have been brought before the House and voted on.