Bill Detail
An Act respecting national action for the prevention of intimate partner violence
This enactment amends the Radiocommunication Act to require spectrum licence holders to deploy the spectrum to at least 50% of the population within the geographic area covered by the spectrum licence.
✦ AI Summary
Bill S-242, also known as Georgina's Law, aims to ensure continued national efforts to prevent and address intimate partner violence. It requires the Minister for Women and Gender Equality to lead these actions, which involves regular engagement with other levels of government, Indigenous partners, and relevant stakeholders. This engagement focuses on evaluating current programs, fostering partnerships, understanding the costs of action, and addressing any legal or jurisdictional issues.
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Legislative Timeline
2025-12-02
First reading
Current
Second reading (House)
Votes
Vote #: 448
Date: 2023-11-08
Result: Failed
Yes: 143
No: 178
Paired: 6
Yes / No Ratio
Yes44.5%
No55.5%
How each party voted
| Party | Position | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloc | No | 0% | 100% |
| Conservative | Yes | 100% | 0% |
| Green | Yes | 100% | 0% |
| Liberal | No | 0% | 100% |
| NDP | Yes | 100% | 0% |