10 civil society groups warn Canadian lawmakers against rushing Bill C-70 process, fearing flawed laws violating rights.
Ten civil society groups warn Canadian lawmakers against rushing the study of Bill C-70, which aims to counter foreign interference, as they fear that a rapid process could lead to flawed laws that violate people's rights. The groups sent a letter to the House of Commons national security committee expressing their "deep concerns" over the plan to conclude hearings on the bill after only about a week. The committee could begin clause-by-clause consideration of the legislation early next week.
June 06, 2024
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