2003 Legislative Session: 4th Session, 37th Parliament
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ORDERS OF THE DAY -- Continued
No. 80 -- Monday, October 6, 2003 -- 2 p.m.
Schedule D
PRIVATE MEMBERS' TIME
(Monday morning only)
PRIVATE MEMBERS' STATEMENTS (STANDING ORDER 25A)
PUBLIC BILLS IN THE HANDS OF PRIVATE MEMBERS
ADJOURNED DEBATE ON SECOND READING
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- Adjourned Debate on Second Reading--
- Bill (No. M 201) intituled Fisheries Act Amendment Act, 2003, PRINTED. Ms. MacPhail. (Ms. Trumper adjourned the debate.)
SECOND READING
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- Second Reading--
- Bill (No. M 202) intituled Coquihalla Highway Administration Clarity Act, 2003, PRINTED. Ms. MacPhail.
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- Second Reading--
- Bill (No. M 203) intituled British Columbia Railway Asset Protection Act,
2003, PRINTED. Ms. MacPhail.
ADJOURNED DEBATE PRIVATE MEMBERS' MOTIONS
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- 3 Mr. Visser moved--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the important role that an environmentally
responsible aquaculture industry can play in economic development for First
Nations. (Mr. Hunter adjourned the debate.)
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- 5 Ms. MacPhail moved--
- That this House calls upon the government to halt the plan to income test
seniors, to make public all hearings related to the broader review of pharmacare
announced December 3, 2002, and to ensure that seniors are included in that
process. (Mr. Nijjar adjourned the debate.)
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- 57 Mr. Belsey moved--
- Be it resolved that this government actively supports alternative energy
sources and that the provincial and federal government work towards developing
renewable energy technology.
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- 98 Ms. MacPhail moved--
- Be it resolved that this House does not concur in the report of the Committee
of Supply with respect to Vote 10 and the proceedings therein are declared
of no force and effect and Orders the said Vote be referred back to
the Committee of Supply to be reconsidered. (Hon. G. Collins adjourned
the debate.)
PRIVATE MEMBERS' MOTIONS ON NOTICE
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- 1 Ms. MacPhail to move--
- That the Standing Orders of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
be amended as follows for the duration of the Thirty-seventh Parliament:
- 1. That Standing Order 84 be deleted and the following substituted therefore:
- Standing Order 84 (1) In proceedings upon Bills in Committee of the Whole,
any request by a member of the public to appear as a witness on a bill before
the committee of the Whole must be considered as a first order of business.
- (2) A member of the public may request to appear as a witness on a bill
by applying to the office of the Speaker.
- (3) A witness appearing on a bill before the Committee of the Whole may
be subject to examination by the Members.
- (4) Upon conclusion of the submissions of witnesses as provided for in 84
(1), (2) and (3), every clause shall be considered by the Committee in its
proper order, with the preamble and title being considered last.
- (5) Any clause may be postponed but shall be taken up before the Bill has
been reported to the House.
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- 2 Mr. Chutter to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the contribution of resource development
in rural British Columbia to the health and education infrastructure of all
communities.
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- 4 Ms. Orr to move--
- Be it resolved that this House calls on the federal government to establish
a national program to combat child pornography.
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- 6 Mr. Belsey to move--
- Be it resolved that this House call on the Parliament of Canada to address
the under-representation of British Columbia and amend the formula for determining
the number of seats in the House of Commons, and that this action be taken
so that an election called after July 21, 2004 will incorporate these changes.
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- 9 Mr. MacKay to move--
- Be it resolved that this House calls on the Federal Government to repeal
the Firearms Act and redirect resources from the mandatory firearms
registration program to front-line law enforcement.
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- 11 Mr. Bennett to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the contribution of mineworkers
to communities throughout BC and support a goal of greatly increasing the
number of mining jobs.
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- 13 Mr. Hamilton to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the contribution of the men and
women in the Canadian Armed Forces.
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- 15 Mr. Krueger to move--
- Be it resolved that this House call on the federal government to re-examine
its $24 Air Travellers' Security Charge because of its unfair and negative
impact on small and rural airports and the travellers who use them.
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- 16 Mr. Long to move--
- Be it resolved that this House encourage ways to approach drug and alcohol
addictions as an illness and encourage the treatment of the same.
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- 17 Mr. Hawes to move--
- Be it resolved that this House call on the federal government to restore
the billions of dollars it cut out of health care funding to the provinces.
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- 18 Ms. Trumper to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize that the settlement of First Nations
treaties as an opportunity to create lasting stability and economic opportunity
for all British Columbians.
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- 19 Ms. McMahon to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the economic contributions of backcountry
recreation and adventure tourism and supports the expansion of the industry
throughout rural British Columbia.
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- 20 Mr. Mayencourt to move--
- Be it resolved that this House urges the Government of Canada to amend the
Criminal Code, section 232 (2) in order that persons accused of murder may
no longer resort to the defence of provocation based on "homosexual panic".
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- 21 Mr. Bell to move--
- Be it resolved that this House supports a tax structure that encourages
investment, attracts and retains highly skilled professionals, and delivers
job opportunities for youth in British Columbia.
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- 22 Mr. Lekstrom to move--
- Be it resolved that this House acknowledge the important role that agricultural
plays in meeting the fiscal needs of British Columbia and the support the
sector provides to communities throughout B.C.
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- 23 Mr. Belsey to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the tremendous potential of the
oil and natural gas sector in British Columbia and supports exploring all
opportunities to expand this sector.
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- 24 Ms. Roddick to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the value of greater provincial
influence over federal policy and management of the B.C. wild fishery to increase
revenues and protect jobs in the B.C. seafood sector.
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- 25 Mr. Bray to move--
- Be it resolved that this House supports the government's commitment not
to use nuclear generation as a power source.
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- 26 Mr. Nuraney to move--
- Be it resolved that the House support the partnership between post-secondary
institutions and industry to continue to develop a trained work force with
the skills that will meet demands in key sectors of our economy.
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- 27 Mr. Christensen to move--
- Be it resolved that this House acknowledges and encourages the efforts of
volunteers and local businesses working on downtown revitalization projects
around British Columbia.
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- 28 Ms. Locke to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the value of the cultural diversity
that we share in the City of Surrey and cherishes the people and cultures
of the over 90 different languages spoken within our School District.
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- 29 Mr. Hunter to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the positive impact of arts and
cultural tourism on the economy of Vancouver Island.
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- 30 Ms. Trumper to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the economic potential of the west
coast wilderness area between Bamfield, Port Renfrew and Lake Cowichan.
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- 31 Mr. Anderson to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the efforts of volunteers in addressing
adult illiteracy rates.
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- 32 Mr. Lee to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize that it is the tremendous diversity
of cultures and ethnicities that makes British Columbia uniquely positioned
to compete in today's global economy.
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- 33 Mr. Les to move--
- Be it resolved that this House acknowledges the important role Public Private
Partnerships can play in bringing private sector innovation and efficiency
to the delivery of public services and providing BC taxpayers the best value
for their tax dollars.
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- 34 Mr. Sultan to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes that British Columbia's health
care system must meet the needs of an aging population.
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- 35 Ms. Chong to move--
- Be it resolved that this House continues to support efforts to enhance the
independence of people with disabilities independence and quality of life.
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- 36 Ms. Brenzinger to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize National Child Day and the role
of the provincial government in upholding our children's entitlement to a
secure and healthy upbringing.
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- 37 Mr. Wilson to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize that 4-H organizations contribute
to the vitality of our agriculture sector.
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- 38 Mr. Penner to move--
- Be it resolved that this House encourages the Canadian and American governments
to take practical measures to improve domestic security and thereby facilitate
the free flow of legitimate trade and travel across our mutual border.
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- 39 Mr. Manhas to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize that a strategic long term transportation
plan plays an integral role in BC's economic growth and helps create liveable
cities and reduce urban air pollution.
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- 40 Mr. Visser to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize that a healthy and vibrant forest
industry is the key to preserving quality of life in BC's rural communities.
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- 41 Mr. Bennett to move--
- Be it resolved, in recognition of the key importance of communications to
economic development, that this House supports expanding broadband infrastructure
throughout the Kootenay-Boundary region.
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- 42 Mr. Krueger to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the importance of safe guarding
and protecting British Columbia's fresh water resources by maintaining the
long standing ban on bulk water exports.
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- 43 Mr. Jarvis to move--
- Be it resolved that this House supports initiatives to alleviate the traffic
congestion at the North end of the Second Narrows Bridge.
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- 44 Ms. Locke to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the tremendous potential of students
who can now study close to home at the newly established SFU campus in Surrey.
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- 45 Mr. Bell to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the importance of forestry to the
delivery of quality health care and education in British Columbia.
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- 47 Mr. Johnston to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes International Day for the Elimination
of Racial Discrimination and embraces all of the cultures and traditions in
Vancouver and around the province.
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- 48 Ms. Brice to move--
- Be it resolved that this House acknowledge the growing Agriculture Tourism
Industry, and its positive effect on the economy of British Columbia.
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- 49 Mr. Hayer to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the importance of improving transportation
infrastructure for the benefit of the economy.
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- 51 Ms. Chong to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the importance of seniors in building
our communities.
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- 52 Mr. MacKay to move--
- Be it resolved that this House supports increased access to Crown lands
and resources, to create jobs in tourism, mining, forestry, farming, ranching,
and oil and gas.
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- 53 Mr. Mayencourt to move--
- Be it resolved that this House fully supports Vancouver's bid for the 2010
Winter Olympic Games.
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- 54 Mr. Christensen to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the recreational value and economic
contributions of the fresh water fishery in British Columbia and supports
open access of fresh water lakes for all British Columbians.
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- 55 Mr. Harris to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the need to work with Aboriginal
communities to improve the high school completion rate for Aboriginal students,
and to promote the pursuit of post-secondary education among Aboriginal youth.
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- 56 Mr. Hunter to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognises the need for the Federal Government
to work closely with the BC Government to create more opportunities for commercial
and recreational fishing in BC.
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- 59 Mr. Mayencourt to move--
- Be it resolved that this House urges the Government of Canada to expedite
the development and passage of Bill C250 amending the hate propaganda provision
of subsection 318 (4) of the Criminal Code to expand the definition of "identifiable
group" to include protection on the basis of sexual orientation.
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- 60 Mr. Masi to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the ecological diversity of Burns
Bog, and has committed to protecting the integrity of this area.
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- 61 Mr. Bennett to move--
- Be it resolved that this House is committed to developing an attractive
investment climate to significantly increase the number of mining exploration
projects and operating mines in British Columbia.
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- 62 Mr. R. Stewart to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the historic contribution of francophones
to the development of this province, and the significant contribution that
today's francophone community makes to the heritage and culture of British
Columbia.
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- 63 Mr. Les to move--
- Be it resolved that this House call on the federal government to start acting
in good faith to remove the threat of flooding by allowing the ecologically-responsible
removal of gravel from the Fraser River.
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- 64 Ms. Trumper to move--
- Be it resolved that this House encourages the ongoing initiatives of the
Union of British Columbia Municipalities in making our communities better
places to live.
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- 66 Mr. Penner to move--
- Be it resolved that this House calls on the federal government to expand
the national DNA databank so all persons convicted of indictable criminal
offences are required to provide samples.
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- 67 Mr. MacKay to move--
- Be it resolved that the provincial government supports efforts by the Northwest
Corridor Development Corporation to create a strong transportation route across
the northern portion of our province.
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- 69 Mr. Krueger to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize that sport and recreation freshwater
fishermen have a large and valuable economic impact in our province.
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- 70 Ms. Chong to move--
- Be it resolved that this House encourage the provincial government to assume
the responsibility for collecting all provincial and federal taxes.
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- 71 Mr. Manhas to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the growth potential of the high
tech sector in BC, and seeks to foster its development through the Premier's
Technology Council.
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- 72 Mr. Hawes to move--
- Be it resolved that this House supports increased funding for education
as British Columbia's economy grows to help ensure that we continue to develop
an educated workforce, which is essential to building prosperous communities.
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- 73 Ms. McMahon to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the importance of a sound transportation
infrastructure, to the economy of British Columbia.
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- 74 Mr. Harris to move--
- Be it resolved that this House is committed to supporting youth athletics
through such events as the BC Summer games.
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- 75 Mr. Kerr to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the importance of fitness and its
positive effects for the mental and physical well being of all British Columbians.
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- 76 Ms. Trumper to move--
- Be it resolved that this House is committed to improving health care for
British Columbians by working with BC universities to increase the number
of spaces for students in medicine and nursing.
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- 77 Mr. Les to move--
- Be it resolved that this House acknowledges the value of examining the possibility
of the Sasquatch Highway along the west side of Harrison Lake from Harrison
Mills to Pemberton as an additional route to Whistler.
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- 78 Mr. Jarvis to move--
- Be it resolved that this House supports all efforts to towards an "Adopt
a Highway" program for the highways of British Columbia.
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- 79 Ms. Locke to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the active theatre, arts and culture
community in the city of Surrey, and looks forward to the coming season of
entertainment at the Surrey Arts Centre Theatre and the Bell Centre for the
Performing Arts.
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- 80 Mr. Chutter to move--
- Be it resolved that this House is committed to seeking innovative solutions
to address the spread of noxious weeds.
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- 81 Mr. Johnston to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the important role volunteer coaches
and tournament coordinators play in developing young athletes in British Columbia.
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- 82 Mr. Nuraney to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the important role that convalescent
homes have for patients making the transition from hospital care to independent
living.
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- 83 Mr. Sultan to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes that a high quality post-secondary
education system is key to a prosperous economy, healthy population and learned
society.
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- 84 Mr. Hunter to move--
- Be it resolved that this House encourage the use of roundabouts to increase
traffic safety.
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- 85 Ms. Brice to move--
- Recognizing future demands for highly skilled health care professionals
be it resolved that this House recognize the importance of continuing to implement
a health care human resource plan.
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- 86 Mr. Bennett to move--
- Be it resolved, in recognition of the need to diversify and strengthen the
economy in the Kootenays, that this House recognize the importance of the
Cranbrook airport expansion to economic development in the Kootenay region.
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- 87 Mr. Cobb to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognize the contributions that many cultural
groups have made to the development of resource communities in B.C.
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- 88 Ms. Brice to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the benefits that the 2010 Olympics
will bring to communities throughout the province and the important legacy
it will leave for future generations of British Columbians.
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- 89 Mr. Johnston to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes International Day for the Elimination
of Racial Discrimination and embraces all of the cultures and traditions in
Vancouver and around the province.
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- 92 Ms. MacPhail to move--
- Be it resolved that this House calls for a halting of hostilities in Iraq
and expresses its endorsement of the resolution adopted by the City Council
of New York on March 12, 2003, after finding that it has not been substantiated
that all other means of disarming Saddam Hussein in accordance with United
Nations resolutions have been attempted and failed, and which reads as follows:
- Resolved, That the government of the United States should make all efforts
to work through the United Nations Security Council in a manner that would
reaffirm our nation's commitment to the rule of law and the primacy of human
rights in our international relationships, and should take all appropriate
steps toward securing the participation of other nations and international
bodies in the effort to ensure that Iraq does not possess biological, chemical
or nuclear weapons and toward promoting human rights for all the people of
Iraq; and be it further
- Resolved, That the government of the United States should work through
the United Nations Security Council and with other nations to ensure the unimpeded
access of United Nations weapons inspectors to all areas of and facilities
in Iraq and to ensure that the inspectors be given a full and fair opportunity
to conduct their efforts in accordance with the United Nations Security Council
resolutions; and be it further
- Resolved, That the Council of the City of New York opposes a pre-emptive
military attack on Iraq unless it is demonstrated that Iraq poses a real and
imminent threat to the security and safety of the United States or its allies
or unless all other options for achieving compliance with the United Nations
resolutions calling for the elimination of weapons of mass destruction and
the means for the development have failed.
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- 93 Mr. Bloy to move--
- Be it resolved that this House recognizes the invaluable contribution BC's
volunteer organizations make to the daily lives of all British Columbians.
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