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Bill C-24

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
June 23, 2022
Appropriation Act No. 2, 2022-23
  • This bill is an act that grants a sum of money, specifically $115,056,882,851, for the federal public administration for the fiscal year ending on March 31, 2023. This money is intended to cover expenses and charges that are not otherwise provided for. The bill also includes various items and their respective amounts, which specify the purposes for which the funds will be allocated. It is important to note that this bill does not provide a detailed breakdown of how the money will be spent, but rather authorizes the overall sum to be allocated for the specified period.
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  • Yea (200)
  • Nay (110)
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SteelmanSpren in Favour

  • One steelman argument in favor of this Act is that it ensures the proper functioning and administration of the federal government. The appropriation of funds is necessary to support the various programs and services provided by the federal public administration. This Act allows for the allocation of funds to different government departments and agencies, ensuring that they have the necessary resources to carry out their mandates and responsibilities. The funds granted are specified for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023, which provides a clear timeline and accountability for the use of public funds. This Act also includes provisions for adjustments in the accounts of Canada, allowing for any necessary corrections or reconciliations in spending. Overall, this Act is essential for the efficient and effective operation of the federal government, enabling it to fulfill its obligations and deliver important services to Canadians.

SteelmanSpren Against

  • The opposing steelman argument to this Act could be that it grants an excessive amount of money to the federal public administration without sufficient accountability or transparency. Critics may argue that such a large sum of money should be allocated more specifically and with greater oversight to ensure that it is being used effectively and efficiently. They might suggest that the Act should require a more detailed breakdown of how the funds will be allocated and that regular reporting and auditing should be mandated to ensure that the money is being used appropriately. Additionally, critics may argue that the Act does not provide any mechanism for revisiting or changing the allocation of funds throughout the fiscal year, which could lead to inefficiencies or misallocation. Overall, opponents of the Act may argue that it lacks the necessary safeguards and accountability measures to ensure responsible and effective use of public funds
Senate Third Reading
  • June 23, 2022, 2 p.m.
  • Passed
Royal Assent
  • June 23, 2022, 2 p.m.
  • Read
Senate Second Reading
  • June 14, 2022, 9:37 p.m.
  • Passed
Senate First Reading
  • June 8, 2022, midnight
  • Passed
House Third Reading
  • June 7, 2022, 10:55 p.m.
  • Passed

House Motion No. 131

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
June 7, 2022, 10:50 p.m.
Concurrence at report stage of Bill C-24, An Act for granting to Her Majesty certain sums of money for the federal public administration for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023
House Second Reading
  • June 7, 2022, 10:45 p.m.
  • Passed
House First Reading
  • June 7, 2022, 10:41 p.m.
  • Passed