“We will make this tax exemption permanent. People are cheering for us. I want the opposition to support our bill. Our bill will do big things for people and industries in Canada.”
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A budget bill to spend billions more, including making excise tax cuts temporary instead of permanent. In debate, the Liberals defended the bill as helping with affordability while the Conservatives criticized the majority government for limiting debate and scrutiny of the bill. Other topics discussed included the deficit, seasonal workers, and excise tax inflation adjustments for alcohol.
“I thanked the reporter too. The member should be happy his voice can be heard in committee. I'll answer questions, but we must act for Canadians in time of need.”